Because of your articles….I started using DMSO with aloe, a roll on, and my fingers are straightening out, matching the size of my fingers on the non affected hand! Even Heberden nodes are shrinking….im taking pictures as proof if you’re interested! I developed this condition when I started lifting kettle bell weights for osteoporosis, I don’t do drugs after watching my mom suffer, while I didn’t have much arthritic pain, my fingers were deformed. For years…it’s a miracle! Thank you thank you thank you!
when I read angry comments directed at you, **I** get angry!
I like it when you go on and on :-) If I want to skip over some of it and come back to it later, I will do that. Your thoroughness is much appreciated. It's still astounding to me how prolific you are as a writer, and how you have the time to do the writing AND the research AND see patients, I guess I shouldn't be surprised when someone accuses you of being more than one person. (Still makes me angry because it seemed like an attack ;-)
When I write these, I try to pre-empt the common questions I will get (but as you can see from the comments here I missed the "what if you had lens surgery already" one) and also to address the caveats and nuances you need to properly understand the subject and not get stuck when you try to understand the subject yourself. I'm cognizant of how I figure things out, so the places where I could have gotten stuck at jump out at me so I basically try to avoid having other people run into the same issue when exploring the topic...but that is not the typical depth people are used to. I also try to really compress the information so the key concepts are there and people have the option to look deeper into them if they care...but still such a hard balance to get right.
I would guess that most of us think you hit that balance perfectly!
A variation on an old saying: You can please all of the people most of the time, and most of the people all of the time, but you can't please all of the people all of the time.
Thanks so much for all you have done. You are amazing!
I thoroughly enjoy and am challenged by your writings. I follow your logic, preempting of where people may stumble. I have used that style of educating and communicating for many, many years. I have noted personally that folks general acceptance of the knowledge I share has diminished. I am glad to find many others that appreciate your wisdom and generosity.
I am hoping you will see this response to your comment. I would like to know how you would use DMSO for glaucoma. Glaucoma seems almost like an orphan disease. My current theory is not inflammation, but parasites or just plain tension. Not sure what DMSO and/or chlorine dioxide could do.
AMD, my friend has been unsuccessfully treated for inflammation of her lower eyelid. The dr isn’t even sure what it is, something like a stye but bigger and worsening, even with pharma salves and drugs. No surprise there. I’ve recommended DMSO, but she’s hesitant, as a google article (that font of truth) said it shouldn’t be used on eyelids because it could irritate. I am thinking a 30% solution, 1 drop per day. Any thoughts on her concern or my reco?
I find it fascinating (sarc) when I read comments along the lines of "write shorter, dumb it down" and frequently itch to ask those commentators if they ever read a book. Please, continue writing as you do, don't let anyone sway you to do otherwise. Your articles are the best resource I've come across in years!!! So much valuable information, so many linked sources, you are amazing!
I think it's already dumbed down plenty. Some people don't want to be bothered looking up words they don't know. I've read more than a few medical papers, and AMD's stuff is not nearly as difficult to read.
I appreciate all the documentation. But, at the end of segments it would be good to know real methods or processes to use at home. It's not on the container (ha!). Reading between the lines is uncomfortable.
Regarding sinus issues. Is it as simple as a 50% dmso in saline water with a neti pot?
I feel the same. I eagerly await every article from you and try to implement several ideas. In the meantime, I haven't gone to a doctor in 3 years and hope to stay far away from them.
I simply hold onto your articles until I have time to read them. I especially like the background and history behind the topics. Like Darlene Lessing, I think many are accustomed to the Cliff Notes version of everything and don't have the interest or patience to read deeper information. Don't change!
Wouldn’t it be great to have all the articles on one subject (e.g. DMSO) gathered up into an actual book, which would be immune to power cuts or loss of Internet? It wouldn’t need to be edited, just gather the articles together and slap a basic cover on them. Just a suggestion for AMD! :-)
Me too. I put them into a email folder and read as I please. However, I’m doing the deep dive into DMSO right now. So many ways this may help. Due to me, my husband is using IVM and fenbendazole for his early diagnosed bladder cancer. He will refuse chemo.
Doc, people want the easy part first (human nature). They want the bottom line without being educated. It’s Important to know why they are doing something and how it works first.
I am quite enjoying all the details. I have a notebook(the real kind made of paper 😆) and I take notes. As I get older I love learning. Class is in session. 🧐
If your articles were shorter without all your research and history people would complain they were not getting their money’s worth.🤷♀️ I think the subscriber rate is a steal for all the information you give. People are hungry for it.💯
Ignore them! They come from those people that can’t read a classic like Les Miserables because it “takes too long,” but miss out on an incredible story of redemption and forgiveness unlike any other they will ever read. Their loss I say!
I have had that feeling some times. But in this case, you are telling us how to use DMSO, for example. That is a final solution. Sometimes I have missed a recommendation, for example regarding childhood vaccines (takes this one, do not take this one), but I think it is not that simple, for example it depends in your circumstances. And actually I would haven't followed it, I want to research and contrast. Other example, zeta potential; perhaps something like "if you want to improve your zeta potential do this". Or "if you want to try a simple and safe approach to zeta potential enhancement do this". But, your articles are super-awesome.
In today’s world you have to educate yourself on vital topics. Sorry to say trusting the establishment is not something we can do anymore. God, family, self (or health of self and loved ones) and Freedom… Health and or Diet should be pretty high on your priority.
People need to understand an intention or desire based in love, forms or shapes the action. Then your end results are good.
Good way to see the difference even in politics and who to vote for..
I'm sorry. Many people don't have the capacity to handle complex and gray; they want/need everything to be black and white, and over simplistic. I am just puzzled why they subscribed to you.
I have a co-worker who was just diagnosed with stage 4 Cirrhosis ( not from alcohol use). She has never used alcohol. Also diagnosed with diabetes. We live in Lake county California. In the mountains above Sacramento. If you know of any doctor anywhere near us that you could recommend that might use DMSO to help her, please advise. Thank you so much for you articles and God bless you for all your work. I got rid of 3 skin cancers on my forehead with DMSO after reading your articles. My husband is using the liquid on his finger and toe nails to get rid of a horrible fungas he has had since high school. His nails are finally growing back and we are both 77 yrs old. So he has had it for a very long time. Many blessings to you.
Add me to the list of folks who really appreciate all you do! No matter what you do, some folks will be upset. If they can not take the time to educate themselves about their own health when the info is provided to easily read (yes this does take some time), I don't see how anyone else can help them more.
To certain extent, covid was a blessing in disguise. For example, thanks to it I now know where my son's eccema comes from. I would have never considered a vaccine as the trigger, even though it started the day after!
I agree, a lot. Went from being a rube who shook in fear at doctor's bills and never got healthier to digging up 100 year old papers and finding more success myself for various conditions based on AMD's hints and explanations.
I agree 💯%. COVID showed us how corrupt many of our institutions really are. It made me question things that 5 years ago I would have never thought about. I spent over 35 years in the medical profession and my eyes were really opened. BUT I am excited about the changes I am seeing and the conversations that are now being had about alternative medicine, nutrition, the threat of big pharma,big government etc. I am so thankful for Substacks like these.❤️
Same! I went from being vaguely suspicious to never wanting another vaccine again and finding all sorts of alternative therapies from people such as AMD!
They have inadvertently woken people up - myself included.
I agree also. Though it was a weird time, I think incredible blessings outshone the bad that came from COVID, the vaccines aside however. They are causing incredible harm. But so much has come out and changed since COVID. Our country is entirely different then it was 4 years ago and I believe for the better. We have many battles still to fight, but are getting there!
Thank you for this post! I’m an Ent surgeon, and managing sinusitis is a big part of my practice. For years, we have used the netti pot to deliver topical steroids and antibiotics to the sinuses - effective without the risk profile of oral meds. I’m really intrigued to incorporate DMSO into these regimens and as a stand alone!
I would love to know your other thoughts on this, especially using it to bring anesthesia into the tympanic membrane. I did my best to get give or take everything that had been published on this topic, so bringing it beyond that will require creative physicians to explore the possibilities!
I had 2 years of terrible sinus infections. My ent gave me prednisone and strong antibiotics only periodically. MY DENTIST found the smoldering infection and final abscess in an old root canal right below my sinus cavity. It was cleaned out and removed. I never had another sinus problem and that was 2011. Docs are so often in their own echo chamber of specialty. Haven’t even had a “cold” since 2017 contracted on a tour to Alaska.
I've had at least 500 sinus infections in my life, including about 10 surgeries in the 90's. Found out at 35 after being disabled for 10 years that it had all been from mold. Just recently at 60, after being sick half my life, including cancer from the vax, was diagnosed with a "genetic" immune deficiency where I don't make antibodies to bacteria that cause these infections. One of my surgeries was jaw surgery in my 20's to fix my jaws that grew poorly because of the infections, and that caused damage, low blood flow, and some upper front teeth to die. I am finally removing these old really infected root canal teeth which have super long roots and my sinuses wrap around them. I did one last week, and will do 3 more next month. I'm hoping for good luck like yours so I can spend my next 20 years healthier than my first 60.
Just wanted to suggest that others see a biologic dentist if possible to remove them. Regular dentists often don't remove the ligament, which causes infection. And biologic will scrape the dead bone, clean with ozone, and use prf for better healing.
I'm presently experimenting with DMSO to help with what U think is a cold or sinus infection using a Neil Med bottle (plastic is bpa free and safe to use). I make a saline solution in 8 oz distilled water of 1/8 tsp salt, 1/16 tsp baking soda, 4 drops GSE, and 1/4 tsp xylitol. To this solution, which I've used anytime I'm sick I have sometimes added colloidal silver but I ran out. So instead, I'm using 30 drops of pure DMSO. It has definitely improved congestion. I might be able to tolerate more for greater effect. This is based on what I read in Amandha Vollmer's book. Thoughts?
AMD - if Trump wins and he appoints RFKjr as health czar, RFKjr should have you as a special consultant! After decades of suppression, this election and RFKjr may open the windows and let the light of truth shine in - with you!
I would call my spouse and I aging athletes. We're plagued with bothersome muscular/ skeletal issues in a variety of places... back, hips, ankles wrists, fingers. All from spills, accidents, repetitive use, surgeries (knee, back).
We got a gallon from the dmso store, which comes in a plastic container. Thinking of decanting it to a beer growler we just got for this purpose. Is the container of this specific product really a problem?
Anyhow, we've painted a 70%solution over every nagging spot we can for the last three days.
Yes, it's a little itchy/prickly. Subsides in about 20 minutes. Some noticeable small relief, and we'll be continuing this journey.
I am a habitual napper. The last two days I've had a nap from which I could not awaken. Positively pinned to the bed. Could this be a side effect of the dmso? I was literally knocked out. Great nap though.
I'm trying to get off meloxicam (hip), hoping to avoid surgery. I am hopeful.
Also, the dry macular degeneration application is extremely intriguing. I'll have to ponder this as it is a scary thought to take this step. Newly diagnosed. That said, I'm not sure I trust the eye doc... his practice seems like a mill. I had no idea I had this issue, I was there as a new patient to upgrade my glasses script. Gut punch. After they dilated my eyes, for a few weeks after I had black holes in my center vision at night, which eventually went away. 6 mos later, checkup, dilation, same black holes at night for a few weeks, again, gone in a few weeks. Never had this before visiting this doc.
Really bothers me. Is dilation harmful?
I'm really distrustful of all docs these days, especially after the whole Covid debacle. Yes I was one of those who had delta, hospitalized and recommended for remdesivir and intubation. The ER doc literally screamed at me for challenging his rx. It was frightening and humiliating. Since I read you and a multitude of others on this topic, I fled the hospital and pretty much took care of my own situation with an o2 concentrator and nebulized budesinide at home. (Unvaxxed). Recovery was long, and I've never gotten back to my former athletic performance. I've had arthritic flare ups in multiple joints since then and I'm really wondering if Covid itself hasn't caused some serious lingering inflammation issues.
These creeps literally tried to kill me. I'll never forget.
Thanks for this series, (and all the others). I really appreciate your efforts and diligence. You may single-handedly restore faith in the medical field.
Unless you are very sensitive, most of the side effects from dilating eyes should be gone by the next day, so the main issues are things like being sure to not drive the same day.
"Is the container of this specific product really a problem?"
If your beer growler is glass it should be fine. If it's like copper or something it can cause the DMSO to darken. Also keep in mind that the freezing point of 100% DMSO is only 66 degrees F which has caused a few logistical headaches in the comment section already so don't fill it to the brim, as with anything you are concerned with expanding when frozen.
"Although the data indicate that DMSO has a very low level of corrosivity, the product does darken considerably when exposed to mild steel, copper, brass, lead or zinc for long periods. Therefore, if color and purity are prime considerations, 304 or 316 stainless steel or aluminum are recommended metals of construction. Plant experience has shown that more than a 10-year life can be expected with stainless steel equipment under continuous exposure to DMSO-water solutions. Corrosion data on DMSO-water systems are shown in the following table."
using a total of 26mg nicotine divided into 5 doses within 11 days, ending 9/21/24. I didn't notice any benefit. Then i started using DMSO on 9/24, applying some almost daily.
On 9/29/24 i noticed my sense of smell was much better and so was my sense of taste! I had completely lost those senses in August 2022 but had done a lot of essential oil inhalation therapy which restored my smell and taste back then. I thought it was at least 95% restored. But it wasn't, and i only realized this after using the nicotine patch and the DMSO. Not sure if it was just a delayed reaction from the nic patches, or if the subsequent dmso helped too.
My father has lost his smell and taste from Covid and it's been over a year now.
Can I ask how much and how you used the DMSO? Did you put it on your face or take it internally? I would appreciate as much details as possible so that I can pass the information on to my father.
well Camie, i really don't know if it was the dmso at all - i actually think it was more likely the nicotine patches as described above, perhaps potentiated by the dmso, tho i think MWD may have mentioned somewhere that dmso has temporarily restored smell or taste in some cases. But as far as i can tell, this latest improvement is not temporary. I used a total of one and one quarter 21mg nicotine patches within 11 days. Then a few days later i put dmso on my back/hip for a few days (i stopped due to unpleasant headaches). I used in total maybe a teaspoon of 99% dmso, diluted 50%, then 66%. Never took internally. I am not at all into any drugs, so was hesitant to try the nicotine patch, but eventually did anyway and was pretty amazed at what it seems to have done. I watched Dr. Ardis's video very carefully first: https://thedrardisshow.com/the-antidote. If your dad is not open to that, i would be happy to share my experience with essential oil inhalation therapy, which went a long way towards repairing my senses of smell and taste. I think it may work on the same principle as the nicotine - knocking the covid gunk - whatever it is - off of the Nicotinic acetylcholine receptors found throughout our bodies. But apparently the nicotine did a more thorough job, and in WAY less time.
Donna, I was also subjected to hospital covid protocols for delta in Dec.21. Took 2 days of Remdesivir (refused more), unvaxxed, on ventilator 35 days. Praise God we survived! Also very distrustful of doctors now. Sadly, we are deep in the weeds of doctors and big pharma because our 17 yo unvaxxed (for covid) daughter was just diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma...
i wonder about the dilation drops too. it felt like a bad very strange drug in my eyes and head, and then the bright clinic lights temporarily blinded me. Difficult driving home too. I don't think i will allow it again; there doesn't seem to be medical concern about how toxic it is, though i didn't have the after effects you mentioned thank God. That sounds scary. Good for you escaping the hospital "treatment" for delta!!!
AMD, you, Dr. M and RFK, Jr. are my super heroes. I have learned so much. My family is following a great deal of what I've learned. I really feel the information about vaccines saved my parent's lives. Please don't simplify your articles. I appreciate the level of detail in your articles. I pray for you all, asking God to protect you and give you strength to continue this work.
Regarding the closing statements to this article, please refer to a recent article by Jeffrey Tucker named, 'The Paradigm Shift Is Here'. Roughly, it says that after there builds a sufficient discontent with the "accepted" expert dialog and behaviour, we come to question everything accepted as being true, and look for replacement dialog and systems. I think it is what we are witnessing now, especially in terms of what you write.
Big thanks for the DMSO articles!!!! I've used DMSO on myself for years! Horse owner. I use to ride long distance events and rode with an Army emergency doctor, she was the one person that recommended DMSO for sore muscles, people that is, horses also. The only caveat she told me was to be carful using it with other "stuff" on my skin, apply it to clean skin. DMSO relieves my muscle soreness way faster than anything, no more need to use NSAID's! I've recently acquired Tinnitus after a sinus infection, I'm going to try using DMSO in my ears to see if it will help. I'll let you know!
Sharing some recent findings. I’ve had eye issues for about one year. Tried MMS and DMSO 20% and 40% strengths eye drop protocols but each time the issue would come back. I was told blufferitis was the issue or dry eye. My eyes had constant drainage that impacted my vision. Not until I took Dr. Mercola double strength Krill oil (omega 3) did I notice it finally clearing up. However, interestingly, I’ve taken omega 3 before and it did not do anything.
So whats interesting is along the same time I started the omega 3, I’ve been using the roller DMSO 99% grade described in an earlier post for a varicose vein on my leg. Getting great results. Not totally gone but no longer protracting and the color is fading. Well, the other night I had an onset of frozen shoulder. I know as I’ve had it 2x before. I took a heating pad to it, massaged it, added magnesium oil and DMSO. Shoulder turned red and blotchy which was a new side effect for me but heard the magnesium oil could help break down the calcification. Either way, the deep dull aching pain went away with in the next hour. 2 days later still no pain. By the way, my eyes are feeling fantastic. Wondering about the combo of omega 3 and DMSO.
Oh man alive, I was pleased to read of your “roller 99% DMSO” helping a varicose vein. .. & plan to try same! Although I have been using drops & spreading with my hand ( my home made 70/30 solution ). It seems to be helping a lessen a beginning Dupuytren’s contracture in my hand! Not sure if helping varicose veins, so am eager to try what you wrote about! Thanks!! Kind of exciting, if you ask me!!❤️🙏
I accidentally found that it does shrink varicose veins. I have one near the area U was transferring for hip pain. I noticed it was diminishing. I haven't needed DMSO for that area lately so I've been forgetting to continue treating that vein. It has a ways to go so I would assume I'd need to be fairly consistent for several months or a year or more. I would say go for it but be prepared to treat it for awhile.
No I used the DMSO on the back of my calf. So, I tried using 40% in my eyes with no relief but when I used 99% on my calf it worked. It’s all the same as it goes directly into your blood stream. Hope this helps. Varicose vein is still there but very faint after 3 weeks 1x a day.
Wow. Finally a medical doctor I can respect. I’m looking forward to reading more of your work. Docs like you are going to be the rockstars of the future. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
To recapitulate: If purchasing a bottle of 99-percent liquid DMSO solution, would the following dilution instructions be acceptable? And does the water need to be distilled?
To achieve approximately a 25 percent DMSO solution, mix 1 part DMSO with 3 parts water
To achieve approximately a 50 percent DMSO solution, mix 1 part DMSO with 1 part water
To achieve approximately a 70 percent DMSO solution, mix 2 parts DMSO with 1 part water
For example, to achieve a 25 percent DMSO solution, you could mix 1 Tablespoon (of 99-percent DMSO liquid) with 3 Tablespoons of water?
I’ve heard DMSO *may* help with weight loss somehow. Have you heard anything on that?
I’ve been using Dr. Jacob’s 25% DMSO for about a week now for a rather persistent asthma irritation I was undergoing along with almost constant heart palpitations which came out of nowhere, could be caffeine related. I’ve just been slathering a bit over my chest area, but is there a certain amount of gel to use for good effect? What is too much gel on the skin? I’ve been using probably two quarter-sized amount on my chest area and have felt a marked improvement to my asthma! To where I went from using my inhaler more than I have in awhile and taking quercitin(recommended by my naturopath) with very little relief to now using nothing but DMSO and feeling like my chest has opened entirely and I can take entire deep breaths! I went on a walk this morning and cruised up rather steep hills without barely any increase in my respirations! That never happens. Usually I’m huffing and puffing and my chest is super tight. The palpitations have also disappeared. I have noticed however, that the best relief comes from applying it in the morning after a shower and at night before going to bed. It seems the two doses help best. Will asthma be ever “cured” with DMSO, or will I have to keep doing this the rest of my life? Has it been shown to actually resolve asthma have you seen in your research?
Please keep doing what you’re doing exactly how you are doing! I find I can’t read your articles all in one sitting, but each paragraph is a treasure and a gold mine of information that I don’t mind going back and reading as I go along.
One thing that may help is a chart of sorts that pulls together a brief overview of what something like DMSO treats, how it treats it, and how to administer it. Like a quick reference guide after reading the long form so you can quickly and easily find the pertinent information for dosing or looking up what can be treated with DMSO.
I will do that once the entire series is completed. The problem basically is that everything I'm writing here is predicated on something else and creates questions/holes if I don't mention something else, so I tried to sequence this in the best way I could but simultaneously there still is a lot that can't get done until every part is out. That said, I'm not receiving all that many questions, so I think the order I went with was pretty good : )
Yes! It’s been great! I’ve had to read it a couple times, just to understand what it’s all about mostly. And once you understand a “cheat sheet” of sorts would be great! I think people need to understand first though, so the info is perfect.
I was not sure about vaccines before the Big Overreach but I'm damn sure now. And I suspect Andrew Wakefield has been thoroughly "rehabilitated" in the minds of millions, while we clearly see the creatures the MSM sanctified, like Fauci and the NZ PM, as the authoritarians, criminals and enemies of humanity that they are. Fauci, of course, heads a select all-star cast of some of the worst people in history.
I also have had success with using it for sciatica & SI joint issues. It took a bit of time and some trial and error. I first used a 70/30 DMSO/aloe vera mixture and found some relief. The key is to apply over a wide area surrounding the area where it hurts. Let it dry before covering the area with clothing. What I find really feels amazing is using 80% solution with peppermint oil. It's 10 drops of the 80% solution to 1 drop peppermint oil. Also, I used a 4% lidocaine cream initially to help with irritation. I think you could try 70% solution of DMSO with the peppermint oil to get started. I purchased the glass roller ball mini bottles from the DMSO Store to make the peppermint & DMSO mixture and apply it more easily. Also you can make your own magnesium oil from distilled water and magnesium chloride flakes. I use 1/2 cup water to 1/2 cup flakes.
Thank you for this article! I found an online tone generator at https://www.szynalski.com/tone-generator/ that could help doctors and patients identify the tone that someone suffering from tinnitus might be hearing.
I need to make a correction to an earlier post. I thought it was the DMSO (3ml/day) that was making me feel sick, as I'm intolerant to a lot of chemicals, but embarrassingly enough, It turned out to be my diet. I need to eat way more fruit, and way less starch. Soon as I'm back to normal, I'll try again.
Yup. :). I just bought DMSO gel in the horse department of my local Tractor Supply. Where I got my horse paste. Excuse me, while I go out and feed my imaginary horse. ☺️,
I just wanted to say thank you for these articles. I mean really everything. I’ve subscribed for quite a while now. You provide such value to us.
Wanted to share that two days ago, I pulled a muscle in my hip while wrestling my dog into the bath. Since reading these articles, I had purchased some DMSO and had success treating fire ant bites with it. (The venom really eats away at the skin and takes forever to heal)
I immediately applied it to the affected area, later I mixed it with curcumin and PEA. two applications of that mixture and my pain was gone. I have been doing red light therapy as well, but that was a very powerful reaction feeling the pain melt away.
Very awesome. All I can say is that I hope all I have read over the last few months is put into a book soon. I have a feeling major medical censorship is headed our way. Doc, with all of your contacts I am sure you could line this up at some point. Thank you so very much.
I just print every article to pdf from my web browser and save the pdf files on my computer. Then I can print the pdfs if I want and I can also easily search all of the articles for keywords as well since I keep them all in one folder.
I am so grateful for what you are bringing us along with the hope this whole system is changing. Thanks to you, AMD, I can help myself and others get better help. God bless you.
Thank you for all these great posts on DMSO! All I want for Christmas is for you to do a deep-dive on whether there is any reason at all that DMSO is better than MSM, which is what I use in my practice. I already sent this to Santa, but figured it would make sense to notify you more directly. Thanks in advance!
My view is that some of the benefits from DMSO come from the MSM it produces but many do not. If you use MSM in practice, it should be clear which of the things I've attributed to DMSO you cannot get with MSM.
Just fascinating information on DMSO. I am keenly interested as I have floaters in my eyes that can best be described as blurry windshield wipers that move in the opposite direction as I move my eyes left to right.
On my last visit to the ophthalmologist earlier this year, he did not see any macular degeneration. On my next visit, I will ask about DMSO. But, will he be supportive or just another doctor that is part of the machine?
I wrote this ophthalmologist a few days before my visit on Thursday and asked about DMSO. He did not even address my DMSO question.
I asked about taking supplements (e.g., Lutein), and this arrogant prick gets annoyed. I'm not sure if he thinks I think that supplements will make my floaters go away, but I was only asking for general eye health (while he had one foot out of the office door to go to the next patient).
So, since he didn't address my question about DMSO, I can't even say if he's heard about it.
I ordered some 20% DMSO solution earlier this week from Canada, so I am eagerly awaiting delivery. I hope they help my eyes and my coming cataracts (which I've heard for 20+ years), but now I hope these drops help so I can figuratively rub it in his face.
I have a few conditions that DMSO will be useful for and I have friends and family who I believe could really benefit if they were a bit more open minded.
It's hard to believe such a great thing exists yet has been suppressed for so long.
Thank you. I was unsure how I might source DMSO. Having to circumvent our FDA, ( entire Federal health care system for that matter ), for health care is telling.
indeed it is. Knowing that the FDA has worked FOR Pharma and AGAINST the health of the American people since the 1960's is infuriating to say the least. But knowledge is power and now with this knowledge we can take our own health into our own hands, and tell the FDA where they can go.
Do you think DMSO might have been effective in treating Steve Kirsch’s recent eye situation? Especially given that not only does it dissolve clots, but also has preservative effects on healthy cells/tissues?
(Btw, I completely understand if you wish not to comment publicly on Steve’s condition).
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Thanks for your amazing work. Please take solace that for every one person who gives you a hard time, I’m sure that there are at least 20 people who you have helped make their quality of life remarkably better. … We are threat-detecting animals, who survived based on our ability to notice and focus on threats until they were mitigated. We are hard wired to focus on threats (and negatives), and just knowing this is a big part of the battle to shedding its maladaptive manifestations in a world where digital technology constantly stores these “threats” in our pockets.
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Personally, I’m experimenting with DMSO in treating a horribly severe case of RLS/akathisia that I’ve had to take Buprenorphine to live with. I’ve been wanting to get off of it for years, but no doctor I’ve seen has been able to help me…. I will be writing up my case history, research, hypotheses of why my case is so severe, and experimentation/observations/results with DMSO in case others who deal with RLS/akathisia may benefit from it.
Long story short, it’s going to be a drawn out process due to the pretty potent confounding variable of the buprenorphine acting as quite an effective means of masking the symptoms, so I’ll have to cut back on the dosage in order to accurately assess DMSO’s efficacy.
Currently I’ve been experimenting with various DMSO administration routes, and making notes of tolerability levels per each route.
I believe pudendal neuropathy has a significant role in the RLS symptoms (but not the generalized akathisia symptoms that I also experience). I haven’t been able to find any studies on the role pudendal neuropathy may have in RLS (have you ever heard of any discussion or studies surrounding this line of inquiry?). I’ve seen connections between pudendal neuropathy and “RGS”, which I don’t have, but this line of inquiry is another reason that makes me wonder if there’s a connection to RLS as well.
The reason why I suspect there may be a relationship is that warm compresses on the external area closest to the pudenal nerve offer instant relief of literally 100% of my RLS symptoms. The relief is very temporary though (fades quickly after about 10-15 seconds), regardless of how long the compress is held against the area. …. This data has made me wonder if DMSO suppositories may offer relief, and potentially even some curative properties. I’m still experimenting with getting the formula and strength to a comfortable point though… after that’s attained I’ll be able to focus on the efficacy aspect.
I really appreciate the suggestion, that’s extremely kind of you!
I will absolutely look into that. Ultimately I believe I’m dealing with a systems issue, and what you brought up may very well be a part of it. Thank you 🙏
I believe I might be experiencing some improvement with the DMSO… but it’s still too soon to tell, especially because of some confounding factors.
I had a bunch of tests done recently that pointed to potential optic and spinal nerve demyelination, so I have some further tests scheduled to further explore that as well.
Obcwcvh - Hope you don't mind but couldn't help noticing you mentioned "digital tech . . . threats in our pockets" in the line before "treating a horribly severe case of RLS/akathisia". So i am guessing that means you are often in close contact with a cellphone - maybe even in your pocket. There is plenty of evidence which the medical profession, big pharma and big tech are silent about that demonstrates neurological symptoms of many kinds being connected to wireless radiation exposure, including even MS, parkinsons, etc.
I am in complete agreement with you regarding the harmful effects of EMF exposure; from the skin-contact range, and outward to a surprisingly far distance (in accordance to a given EMF’s specific properties).
But in regards to the comment I left, I was using that phrase in a more figurative context. I believe there’s a very strong evolutionary component to the way digital technology has effected our lives. Our species’ threat detection systems have evolved over a long period of time to be best suited to our physical environment. If there was a threat in our physical environment, for example a human being from a competing clan, we would lapse into fight-or-flight mode (limbic system dominated) until the threat was mitigated… then we would have a period of time when our defenses would down-regulate, and we would function in accordance with homeostatic feedback systems (opposed to fight-or-flight, which takes us out of homeostasis to deal with the threat).
With digital technology, it means things that threaten our well being are essentially always present. There’s the EMF dangers for sure. But there’s also the virtual reality world (the world you and I are conversing over right now) that our mind is almost always aware of during our waking hours. We are constantly thinking back to disturbing news we read online, perhaps arguments we’ve had with people on social media, or just comments that we saw on social media that we didn’t respond to but nevertheless angered us…. all of this, for the majority of people, gets funneled through our phones. We also have phone calls from people that we might prefer not to have to talk to, but we know they’ll be coming at some point later in a given day (we are on guard for the eventuality of this). We also have text messages, from people that require various levels of assistance, help, or types of attention (they may be sending us a link to a political video, a natural disaster, or something else stressful.) Then there are emails, probably most often from social media accounts we follow that are understandably trying to get us to open the link to their social media content, which almost invariably includes a teaser that tries to tug at our emotions in order to increase the chance of our engagement with their content. Emails trying to sell us products, trying to get us to donate to political causes, or politicians’ campaigns; all of which also use emotional tactics to maximize the chances of us engaging with their content. And the list goes on… All of these are interpreted by our “threat detection system” as being threats… and all of these threats are associated with the “portal” in which they are “beamed” to us through… (for most people) our phone. We associate our phone, mostly subconsciously, with threats. It’s a device that our evolutionary “hardwiring” has no means to interpreting appropriately. Personally, I believe that this is almost single handedly responsible for the almost constant state of “survival mode” that almost everyone finds themselves in, to greater or lesser degrees.
Our phones (or depending on one’s individual habits; it could be an iPad, or laptop… but I believe phones are the dominant “threat conveyor belts” for the overwhelming majority. So this dynamic is essentially what I was trying to encapsulate by referring to people carrying threats in their pockets. But again, I also completely agree with the point you brought up about the dangers of EMF radiation from our phones.
Lastly, over the past several years I’ve searched the web for writings on the dynamic that I outlined above. I was genuinely surprised that I essentially couldn’t find any. I expected to find evolutionary biologists and behavioral psychologists (among others) to have written extensively about this- - again, on how our phones act as a threat conveyance device that is totally alien to our innate hardware/software, and thereby wreaks unchecked havoc (which, by the way, the elites are extremely aware of, and taking advantage of; their entire totalitarian model is virtually exclusively founded upon digital tech) on our body/mind/spirit- - but I haven’t found almost anything. I’ve been searching for a while, but still I suppose I could be looking in the wrong places.
PS- Thank you very much for asking that question! I’ve been meaning to write a longer piece about what I believe is an extremely vital and overlooked aspect of digital technology (and the mediums that disseminate it), and you initiated the perfect opportunity. Thank you! 🙏
obc - i just reread most of this quite interesting post with a little more clarity. It is quite surprising that you have found no one in academia or elsewhere who is overtly pondering this issue. I think it is of great importance (even leaving aside the RF aspect). But then i guess research on it would be unlikely to be funded in the current tech-central socio-economic climate. And maybe for other writers, it has not yet reached the level of conscious thought. I have not yet felt of my computer (which is my portal for most of what you get thru your phone) as a threat, but even tho i am currently spending way more time on it than before, it is not usually near me, so it is not so prevalent in my life.
There are tremendous economic incentives for “the powers that be” to squash all research and deflect attention away from the problem. It’s a multi trillion dollar industry, and it’s slated to grow much bigger.
I think the fact that your computer serves as your “portal”, rather than a smartphone, has allowed you to distance yourself from the constant pull and information overload that the “information superhighway” exerts.
I would imagine that you don’t use social media much either. Is that correct? Thereby drastically limiting your exposure to constant arguments and insults that social media is teeming with?
A lot of companies are offering things that supposedly block or help with EMF radiation. A lot of it doesn't work/help. It's gimmicky. But check out the Aires Tech company. At their website look under "Our technology." They've done a lot of research. Have devices that mitigate (disperses, not blocks) EMF. I have one. It does help. (I don't work for them!)
yes you are right - i almost never used any social media at all before substack - never had a fb acct, used twitter for ~ a week, and generally avoid all of it. I have noticed some pretty nasty stuff (not directed at me) on a few ss, like when i tried the vigilant fox for a few days. I am not quite sure how mwd keeps her's so clean - i think she probably prunes, deletes or bans toxic comments - also with her long-winded approach (which is difficult to wade thru, tho containing valuable info) many people are just not willing to engage. I am quite concerned, considering her reach, that she is promoting musk - i mean neuralink??? i watched a speech he gave "speaking at the 2024 Congress of Neurological Surgeons last month, Musk shared his vision for Neuralink’s brain implants" - sorry i can't currently find the link to the actual speech right now, but suffice to say, shocking and horrifying what he has planned for the human race as a needed "upgrade", as cheap as a smartphone, implanted by robots in 10-minute operations, and even cheaper as it is scaled up to millions or billions of people! Big pharma meds are nothing compared to this invasion.
I think a big reason of what keeps the comment sections so positive and supportive in AMD’s Substack is the tone that AMD sets in the articles written.
To the best of my knowledge (based on some of AMD’s prior articles and comments), not much pruning (if any significant amount occurs at all) is done to the comment section.
I believe with great reach comes great responsibility, and AMD is one of the very rare prominent figures on social media who I believe takes this dynamic seriously. My hope is that other content creators become increasingly cognizant of the level of influence they have (or can have) on their followers, and consciously make the choice to set a positive example (like what AMD has done) for how to have a dialogue about “hot button” issues in a way that is conducive to positivity and progress, rather than anger-based reactions.
Regarding Musk, I think some of his pursuits are very noble, while others concern me quite a bit (including Neuralink). In general, I like to evaluate things from a relativistic perspective, and I believe that Musk is currently having a very net-positive effect on the world. He’s pushing back against ‘dark’ forces (ie: elites supportive of the Great Reset) in a way that probably no one on the planet (besides him) can do, and in this light I believe he deserves praise.
I think Musk genuinely believes that he’s helping humanity position itself in such a way that AI would be less likely to turn us all into “house cats” (that’s the term he likes to use)… but I believe he’s mistaken, and this is where the biggest danger comes from. Often the best of intentions can lead to the worst of outcomes… and I think he’s heading in a direction towards creating the very thing that he’s trying to prevent. In a weird way it almost parallels the situation caused by a fictional character that he is often compared to (Tony Stark; Ironman), in one of the Avenger’s movies. Stark creates insists upon creating an AI system to protect the Earth from villains, but inadvertently the very system he created to protect humanity ends up going rogue and attempts to destroy humanity.
very interesting, your idea re cellphones as prime psychological threat conveyors, and i can see some logic in this, although I have limited personal experience with them, since i only used one about 2 years, ending in 2010 due to disastrous health effects from the radiofrequencies they emit. And at the time i only used it for phone calls, mostly for business - it did not become a big part of my life. I agree that what the phones (and digital tech) puts out in general is definitely alien to our delicate human selves, and really try to limit my consumption, aside from certain substacks and other beneficial content from those i trust. It is possible to step away from the beast.
I am seriously considering switching back to an old fashioned flip phone… or potentially no longer using a cellphone at all. As you said, it’s possible (and important) to walk away from the beast.
I believe we need a “de-digitization movement”; choosing human connection over digital technology… acknowledging that there’s an overwhelmingly net-negative impact on the quality of life, and the ability to be happy.
I truly believe that the happiest people on the planet are those who belong to the select few tribes that remain uncontacted by the modern world.
I wish I had a more meaningful explanation to give you haha… but it’s actually just the default random screen name that Substack assigns when users first make an account. I’m not sure if they still do it that way. But since I was going to remain anonymous (at least for now) anyway, I figured I’d just leave it.
(Stanford is an institution I’m very suspicious towards, as much of their research is likely “dual use”, but there’s still great insight to be gained from their work.)
To the best of my knowledge (I haven’t read all of the publications), the studies/articles presented indirectly approach the situation of virtual reality having a catastrophic effect on the mind and society… but stop short of it, and instead frame their work in a positive light with only bits of precautionary info scattered within.
thanks Obc - i think perhaps it is already "having a catastrophic effect on the mind and society" but in a limited way so far since it is not widely deployed yet (?) But really i know so little about it and the stanford link i checked out is beyond me at this point. i guess a lot of gaming is using it to some degree? and i wonder how addictive it is. i have to confess my prejudice against this stuff - it has always seemed bizarre and even repellent to me, not to mention it's use of toxic wireless radiation. But each to their own.
My stance is actually quite similar to yours. Your experience of being repelled from such technologies is very much in line with my hypotheses surrounding the inherent (and unavoidable) effects of digital technology. I think your reaction to it signifies that you are in tune with something that the vast majority of people aren’t.
I believe digital* technology is inherently toxic (physically, physiologically, and psychologically) even in situations that are void of “bad actors” using it as a means of conditioning and manipulation. As humans, we just didn’t evolve and aren’t built in a way that we can tune out things that hit at our subconscious defense mechanisms; like social media arguments and stressful news. It’s too much information, too frequently, and too stimulating for our self-defense mechanisms to not be activated.
* I use the term “digital” partially as a means of convenience or conciseness… I don’t think all digital technology (tech using 0’s and 1’s) is inherently dangerous… but I believe most of the forms of digital tech that consumers have access to have a very net-negative impact (TV, smart Phones, tablets, computers, smart watches, wearables, implants (current, and soon to be), etc.
i observed clear evidence of the cellphone threat syndrome after the fires here in CA (usa). People were encouraged by some company(?) to subscribe to receive alerts on their phones of any possible impending event "for safety". So even people who hadn't always kept their phones turned on and with them, started to do this to be "responsible". A friend who complied told me about a public social gathering, when all of a sudden, everyones phones started ringing with an alert, and they all stopped what they were doing to fearfully listen. it was such a minimal "threat" - like way to far away, etc.
Dear AMD, I daresay many other readers are, like me, collating your invaluable DMSO essays into PDFs or similar documents for ease of reference, and for sharing with family and friends. Thank you very much for the time and effort that you have expended for our collective benefit.
That said, I wonder if you plan to formally publish this (and other) collections? That way we could reciprocate your generosity, at least in some small measure, by purchasing your books! May we look forward to such an eventuality? I do hope so. Thank you again for helping so very many people.
In 1981 I was introduced to DMSO by a naturopathic doctor in Connecticut. I was in intense pain, after finishing a marathon run...and was amazed to find the pain gone in minutes. However, I was not aware of all the other conditions it could help alleviate. Thanks so much for your information!!!.
Been waiting for the tinnitus episode! Any speculation on how critical the other components of the injectable or spray are vs. DMSO itself? Rank any higher the others? Is DMSO mostly the delivery vehicle perhaps? Oral DMSO without the rest of the cocktail vs. injectable? DMSO dissolving ear wax an issue (fear of taking ear dirt for a ride with the DMSO)?
I'm trying it for my husband's tinnitus, cut with magnesium oil, and a tiny smear of a warming CBD salve to cut the burny itchies. I'm praying it works. He's hard of hearing because the tinnitus is so loud. Starting out with it just on the opening of the ear canal, and behind his ear. I'm a bit nervous to just start dumping what's essentially a solvent in his ear.
Are you planning to write about methylene blue? It's another thing that folks have posted youtube videos about. It's too early to tell for sure, but I think I have had incredible results from it the two times I've taken it in very small doses, 2mg and 1.5 mg. My suspicion is that the effects are more noticeable and more profound on people of advanced age, say 70+, possibly 60+ too. But its effects are obviously not age dependent, people of much younger ages notice positive effects as well. But at only 2mg?!
more energy and endurance while doing long endurance events like hiking in the mountains. Yesterday I did a hike, took 2mg of MB about 30 minutes into the hike, then about 30 minutes later, I felt a surge of energy and ended up hiking faster and easier than I had during the first part of the hike. Today I took 1.5 mg about 30 minutes before meeting a friend for a bicycle ride. Same effect.
MB is also useful for the hypoxia that comes from ascending to altitude, so I plan to use it for that as well.
There are people on youtube who've used MB to successfully treat very debilitating chronic conditions, including cognitive issues.
From what I've learned about it, it facilitates the mitochondria to create more energy which should be beneficial for overall health, not just for doing exercise.
THANKS! I was using it to encourage glucose metabolism as I’ve stopped keto and low carb due to long term damage. You are correct about ATP. My body has to get used to burning glucose (sugar) again and not use stress pathways to create ATP. (Stress pathway energy using cortisol and adrenaline produced glucose leads to way lower production of ATP compared to glucose metabolism—the body and brain’s preferred fuel source. ) This has not been easy. Under eating all my life didn’t help. But, I’m getting there. Thanks. I may try it again after I experiment with DMSO.
You're welcome. Sorry to hear about long term damage from keto and low carb. I wondered about that. Something I discovered recently is that there are two ways to deal with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes itself. One way is keto or low carb. The other way is very low fat (less than 10%). The problem with keto is that it doesn't fix the underlying problem, doesn't allow your body to heal the cause of the insulin/blood sugar issues. You're stuck with keto long term (and I've wondered about long term issues with that type of diet, not to speak of how difficult it can be to stay on it!) The low fat diet apparently does facilitate healing of the underlying cause of the insulin/blood sugar problem because after being on that diet for 3 to 4 months, blood sugar and insulin get back into normal levels and the person can return to eating more fat, up to around 30% of calories.
You've probably read Mercola's articles about this, right? He went low carb for a long time and found that he actually needs some carbs to be healthy. And there are herbs you can take, berberine is one, that can help with blood sugar issues. I love plants and herbs, but even there I hesitate to take something every day indefinitely. I don't plan to take methylene blue every day, and based on my experience with it so far when I do take it, it will be very low dose.
Please see my replies to this post. If there's something specific you'd like to know about that's not mentioned in those replies, post a reply to this one with your question and I'll do my best to answer.
I believe it's toxic at very high doses, but not at 2 mg or 5 mg. Toxicity would begin at much higher doses. (If it were toxic, I wouldn't be taking it ;-)
However, even at the low dose that I'm taking, I don't want to take it every day. As I said, I'm using it for a performance enhancer when on a long hike, which right now is just once a week.
Here are a couple of videos that go over the basics about MB
This one is another overview, but at the end he issues the caveat that in his opinion we don't have enough research on it for him to recommend using it.
you're welcome. Most videos I've looked at recommend starting with really small doses to see how you react. As I mentioned in a previous comment, I was really surprised how strong the effect was for me with such a small dose. Good luck with it.
Thanks again. I have also tried it, but the bitter taste was not working for me. I also didn't find much difference in the way I felt. But I guess everyone different.
I do 4 drops, which is 2 mg according to the label of the MB I'm taking. It's sold by BpH Pharmacy, bought from Amazon. I put the 4 drops into about 1/4 cup water (or less). I take a small mouthful, hold under my tongue for a minute or so, then swallow. I do that again until I've drunk all the water/MB mix. Diluted like that, I don't find it bitter, in fact I don't notice much taste at all. Bummer you didn't notice anything from it though. Like you said, everyone is different. My suspicion is that the older the person taking it, the more noticeable the results. But that's just a guess on my part.
I haven't seen anyone else mention it yet--and apologies if I missed it--but I wanted to mention a duplication you wrote: "Note: most of the poor responses in otitis media were in chronic cases. Of the 27, 4 had a “very good” response, 13 had a “distinct improvement” (but generally relapsed in a short time), 10 had “no change” and 1 became worse.." Looks like you changed the "1" to "one" in the second version but did not delete the first version of the note?
What a game changer for arthritis in this aging athelete. Who has tips on reducing the smell others notice?. I think I saw a tip from a tg group that the smell can fade.
I can smell it when I put the gel on, but that’s about the only time. Nobody has mentioned if they can smell it coming off of me. Don’t worry about the smell though. I’ve been using it a week and am feeling fantastic overall and my asthma is non existent right now. I was really struggling with it lately before starting this. Energy too is coming back. This doc, whoever he is, will have so many people so grateful to him for what he’s done for us with his time, talent, and sharing of this info.
Doc did mention the smell will decrease with the overall health of the body, so I suspect it's something like the bad "detox" stink people get when they are stressed or have toxins stirred up in the body. Lots of water, maybe some dandelion tea would help?
I have a hard time gauging what other people notice, but I know that I smell the DMSO garlic less myself if I add a drop of quality essential oil that is relevant to the condition I'm working on. (I have noticed many premade gels are scented with lavender.)
Since I'm hoping to improve a lymphatic disorder I use a blend of grapefruit, cypress and geranium. For an athletic injury I might consider something like peppermint or rosemary.
But I'm just some chick on the internet. No advice here; just mentioning what I do.
I’m with you Robin! I can’t smell it but others can, especially other women. Sometimes I can smell “it” in my urine or sweat. But I can’t smell “it” in my breath. Some say “it’s” horrible! I say “it’s” worth healing and not being in as much pain!
I can smell it in my urine too. I do take parsley capsules everyday to combat the possible odor. Sometimes I put a couple drops of peppermint extract in my water.
years ago I would use DMSO for skiing or hiking strains/sprains/muscle pulls, etc. At that time I was seeing a chiropractor who could always tell if I was using DMSO. He said I smelled like a goat. Which we both laughed about. (We also laughed about how because of this the double blind placebo studies for DMSO would have a bit of a problem.)
Did you use only externally?? I was wondering if i could use on my days off only and not on days I'm in my small office! But...I think I may be able to tell by the look on new arrivals'faces lol
Long ago (when my chiro and I laughed about it) I was using it only externally. Recently I'm using a lot of it externally and I've also started taking it internally in small amounts. I don't notice the smell as much now (due to purity of DMSO now?), so I bet you could get away with using it regularly. Good luck!
Unfortunately, even with the “odorless” it still produces an odor, especially when it intersects with something else including water. My daughter can’t stand the smell of me or my house now. Although my boys can smell it too, she is much more sensitive to the smell. I actually don’t mind the smell that I get a wiff of every now and then. But it is strong in my urine!
I'm loving the DMSO series and inspired to try a weak DMSO/saline solution on my cat's glaucoma. It's better than the nothing I've got from the vet. Mum just showed me the parody All I Want For Christmas is Youth from Mel Moon and of course my first thought was Santa should bring her some DMSO! Thanks also for including the NZ video, people seem to forget or not realise the extent to which Kiwis rights were literally trampled. The human need for autonomy is so powerful, people were so focused on getting it back by getting vaxed they couldn't stop to consider it was wrong to take it away.
So to try DMSO on inflamed tonsils, dilute to 35% to start, and use as an oral rinse? Or do you swallow it? And then try a more concentrated solution? Sorry to be so thick. My daughter is really struggling with repeated strep throat and is having a hard time getting in to an ENT.
While reading your previous articles on DMSO, I kept thinking about its application for ears, so when I saw this article mention them, I was eager to delve into the research. I guess I am still hoping there is something out there to restore profound hearing loss to my 3 month old grandson. So far, there is no apparent reason for it, but his parents are awaiting genetic testing. They told me there is a one year wait for pediatric genetic testing at U of M, but they're hoping they can be moved up the list. He is being fitted for hearing aids, as insurance requires that first, but the ENT doesn't expect them to help. The next step would be cochlear implants at around 9 months. Any insight from you or your subscribers would be appreciated. :)
They should probably go somewhere else then or just order the testing themselves. There should not be a wait. You might need an MRI to figure that out though.
The MRI is the next step, but they wait to do it because they prefer the babies to be a little older before going under anesthesia. As far as the genetic testing goes, their pediatrician offered to do it, but evidently her test isn't as comprehensive as the doctors want. And I agree, there should definitely not be a one year wait list!! The pediatrician went to U of M and is going to see if they can get in sooner. If not, what is the comprehensive test that they would need to do? Thank you!
Consider an eval at Mayo. I’m ent, not genectist, so not up to date. Connexin gene mutations are most common genetic cause, but the panels have expanded a lot since I was in training. Also congenital infections (like CMV) can cause hearing loss.
I'm sure that's possible, but thankfully my daughter hasn't had any vaccines since the meningitis one for college, which in hindsight, I regret. The baby only had the K one because the nurse insisted and scared them half to death, even though my daughter had already decided upon the drops.
Thank you for this. I had to look up CMV lol. After reading about it, I'm thinking either the ENT or the pediatrician would have tested him for that by now? Also, my daughter had blood draws every week for all nine months, so I'm thinking someone should have seen that if she had it?
Im pretty sure CMV isn’t routinely tested (and if it is, it’s a urine test- I think- this is out of my wheelhouse though!) from what I can recall, the underlying genetics are helpful to determine if part of a bigger syndrome. If hearing loss is bilateral and profound, most centers are starting implants at 9 months of age bc this will improve speech and language development. By kindergarten, kids with implants are indistinguishable from normal hearing children - it’s incredible what the implants and a developing brain can do! The MRI is helpful to evaluate anatomy- like if the cochlear nerve is present. I will keep your little grandchild in my prayers!
I appreciate your reply and will ask my daughter to look into this. He does have bilateral and profound hearing loss, so I'm greatly encouraged by your speaking from experience regarding the implants. He's currently in the University of Michigan system and the goal would be the implants at around nine months. The MRI will be a big hurtle. Thank you so much for your prayers:)
Thanks AMD! Read your original writing on DMSO, got some…shared with many others too. Just wanted to let you know I used it on a surgical wound from dermatologist on my ear and wow…it really has helped it heal fast. It itches and tingles a bit as you said it might but great and no infection. Also used it on my golf elbow and that helps too as I play 6 days a week being retired at 72. Then, after reading this one from you, I used it on a tooth extraction site and seems to be helping but even better, I tried a little 70% on a que tip inside each nostril before bed to see if it would help nighttime congestion. Interesting that I get no itch or tingles from inside my nostrils…maybe due to the mucus? Well, anyway, I wear a sleep tracker ring and my oxygen level and oxygen drops have significantly improved and I am sleeping in longer periods without waking up so often! I am amazed and tried to find some research that would help explain these improvements. I found some research on sleep patterns in rodents but difficult to understand. I just wanted to let you know and thank you for sharing your knowledge. I will continue my experiment and so far every night it has improved sleep data. Fascinating as it must be effecting my brain as well as sinuses 😜.
Interesting about the nostrils and sleep. I may try that. I usually mouth tape to breathe thru my nose during sleep but lately I feel some congestion. I don’t like waking with dry mouth. Nose breathing is better sleep and less snoring. My husband just had some work done by a dermatologist. I’ll see if he’s interested.
As I’ve said before, you have changed the direction of medicine, AMD. And for the better!! You would be of great benefit to RFK and Trump if he’s elected. I’m praying. You have helped me immensely. Thank you.
After a week of 4 ml DMSO daily, I had a pretty strong smell. I'm a no-frills type and I didn't expect that I would care about this, but it was very off putting and distressing.
I'm searching for ways to mitigate this effect.
I have assumed that most Boomers have amalgam fillings, and it did not occur to me that this could be a contraindication for DSMO use. My fillings are quite large and after much thought I've decided it's best to leave well enough alone.
I've been using Dr. Ellie Phillips' routine for 2-3 years, which seems to have helped a lot with my gums. I would like to try topical application of DMSO to the jaw or gums, but the warning about mercury amalgams makes me pause.
yeah - i am wondering about the mercury too. Although i had all of the mercury fillings removed decades ago, they started as a toddler so there was lots of time for mercury exposure. ps - are you using Ellie's complete protocol - what do you think? I just came upon her a couple of wks ago - so far have started her "zellies" xylitol mints after meals and some of her uncommon common-sense advice.
Yes, I have faithfully used Ellie's entire protocol for several years now. I am so grateful to have found her book at my library. It is somewhat subjective since I haven't been for a checkup, but I feel like it has helped me a lot.
Last year I did Dr. Ellie's Oral Health Bootcamp at Teachable. It consisted of many excellent videos with lots of details. There was a comments section where she answered questions people had, which I found great!
Her entire "protocol" is products you can buy at Walgreens. (I wait for the 20% off storewide sales they have.) You have to buy the very specific varieties of the products. Closys Ultra Sensitive, Listerine Original or Mint, and ACT zero alcohol.
I got her book "Mouth Care Comes Clean" at my library. It was plenty of information to get me started. I did the Teachable program because I was so worried about the condition of my gums, plus I'm by nature a person who *loves* details.
Thank you for the article on DMSO and the eye. After reading your research and sharing with my husband who has recurring eye styes that aren’t responding to standard treatment, he wanted to try something. I’m familiar with DMSO since I use it on my horses occasionally and had a bottle in the tack room. I took a tiny dab on a q-tip and applied it to the stye that was about the size of a large pea. Within an hour it began to drain and by the next morning was 25% the size it was before he went to bed. Utterly amazing!! So grateful for your work. I have an order of pharma grade arriving next week 😊
I am loving all these articles on DMSO! Thank you for taking the time to write so thoroughly about it. I recall seeing it in the health food store years ago but didn't know what it was for and hadn't ever heard anyone speak of it. I have a lot of things I want to experiment with it on, however, I was able to test it on an acute burn injury immediately. At the time that had I got burned by a fat piece of grease that dripped on me from my oven, I didn't have DMSO on hand nor had I read the part in your article that mentioned it could be used on burns, but I wondered and a couple days later after the injury (and having searched for it in your article) I started applying a 50% solution topically. It was a minor burn but the pain had penetrated deeper into my body tissue and was also causing a systemic immune response that was making me feel ill. After about 2 days applying a couple times a day my burn has dramatically healed and I was able to stop wearing a bandage so that it could dry up and heal even faster. It looks great today!
I also applied drops into my eyes this morning and into my ears after reading this article. My eyes immediately feel better. I'm am going to see if I can improve my vision and eliminate some frequent waste accumulation I am getting in the corner of my eye that I didn't use to have. I also want to see if I can improve tinnitus/ hearing/ wax buildup in the ear. I'm so stoked about seeing how DMSO can improve my health while having also having it on hand as a proven first aid tool and broad spectrum healing agent.
You said, in another "chapter," that some people have found DMSO to help with MS and ALS. I'm wondering about POST-POLIO syndrome.
My husband has it. He can still walk, slowly. with canes or a walker; it affects one leg in particular; very bad circulation in that leg an an essentially frozen knee. But he has also balance problems, and fatigue (he takes LDN for the fatigue, which helps some). Interestingly, other than that, he is quite healthy (we're unvaxed and neither of us had Covid at all). He's healthier than I am (I have Crohns, asthma, arthritis, etc.) Where might one start re: trying to use DMSO for post-polio? (He also has Dupuytren's contracture. We're going to start immediately on DMSO for that.)
I understand polio is mostly a neurological condition (or it that wrong?). It seems to me there are similarities between it and MS an ALS.
Yes, this is an interesting time for medicine. I got on to the truth of vaccines around 2010 when I learned that thimerisol was in them and I had a new child. For years I knew they were harming people. And I would try to persuade friends and family of what was really going on with limited success. But it turns out when you try to force hundreds of millions of people to take an experimental product a big chunk of them will notice they got injured. It was easier to hide the gardasil injuries because it wasn't pushed on so many people.
Imo our entire vaccine program needs an overhaul. It needs real safety testing. No mandates. You should be able to sue these companies. The truth is " not so safe, not so effective, not so warranted". And now with approximately 500,000 people killed by covid vaccines and many more injured and who knows what long-term effects.... People are starting to realize that.
Grandchild was injured by gardisil..I’m positive but I cannot bring that up to my daughter. I did tell her before I believe the vaccination happened that there was concern about this vaccine. But daughter buys everything docs say. It will be a sad day if she comes to the realization of what happened. At this point I can never say anything. It’s much too late and my grandkid is an adult now. (Sort of)🤔. Has many challenges to overcome and deal with. So good you were in the know early. Blessings.
i hear ya. you can't even have a discussion about the possibility with some people. i think my child was mildly vaccine injured. she had many mysterious but common symptoms doctors can't explain. by the time they were offering gardisil i was in the know and in a "over my dead body" type of position. luckily my wife deferred to me.
i know of 2 kids my daughter's age who i highly suspect were covid vaccine injured. one was super healthy (soccer player comp league) until the vaccine. after vaccine could not play for more than 5-10 minutes before getting dizzy. the other mysteriously got heart pains, was in a comma for a week, and seems to be better now. you know....typical teen stuff. sad.
vaccine injury will never even be considered for either of them.
Regarding aerositis, I've had this all my life due to having tubes in my ears for a very long time as a kid. Interestingly I did about 80 sessions of hyperbaric oxygen in the past 3 years for cancer and infections, and I no longer have it.
The back label of the Nature's liquid DMSO has a warning about getting in the eyes (e.g. flush immediately, etc) but your article says it is safe for ocular use. Could you provide more details in a a future post?
In my own situation with cataract, dry eye, and myopic degeneration, I was thinking of mixing some with saline to use as an eyedrop.
It's startling to reflect on the likelihood that if DMSO really does what AMD says it does, then the amount of unnecessary, preventable human suffering around the world caused by the suppression of DMSO over the last 60 years probably exceeds the total suffering of World War II.
It is a supremely important message of hope that DMSO "could begin to re-enter the medical field to the dramatic improvement of the quality of care in the United States". But don't underestimate the bad guys. They have the money to buy off every doctor and politician in the world. There's nothing they won't do to stop DMSO. If enough of us push loudly enough, there is a small chance that we might force the authorities to acknowledge DMSO and change the world. In fact, I can't think of any bigger opportunity to benefit the human race more than if a courageous, committed group could work together to bring DMSO, UVBI, and similarly potent breakthroughs into the mainstream. So even though the chance is very small, we should fight for it.
But we cannot be complacent. The most likely outcome is that the Enemy will win and DMSO will be banned for another 10,000 years. One day we'll wake up and this substack will have vanished without a trace, along with all the copies we saved on our hard drives. The Enemy understands what's at stake here, and they aren't used to losing.
That's why I made a point to elicit testimonials here!
There are a lot of other therapies that offer similar benefits as well that got buried. I primarily went with DMSO because it's one of the most accessible ones.
After I ordered DMSO from Amazon, I started seeing all these DMSO videos popping up on my youtube home page. So apparently there are people out there who know about it and are using it to effectively treat all kinds of health issues. This is a good thing because if the FDA tries to clamp down on it again, there will be public outcry. Major public outcry I think.
It's also a bit comforting to know that even when I could not get it, a colleague at work told me I could actually get it at Ag Supply Stores. So there would not only be public outcry from people who are using it on themselves but also from people who use it on their horses!
Hello MDW can DMSO help with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto disease? I saw 1 mention of hypo in the autoimmune article. If so, can I start by putting topically on the throat area? Thank you for everything you do!!
Do you think it would be ok to put topical dmso around the eye area such as temples, forehead and cheeks while having a lens implant from cataract surgery?
I do not know. If I had to guess I would say no, but that comes down to how DMSO interacts with the specific material the lens is made out of and how it would move in the eye if it can't pass through the lens.
For the odor side effect, I found that fermented chlorophyll 15 tabs three times a day was helpful. I used Dr Mercola’s brand.
I also put DMSO way in the back of my throat when using it orally to avoid putting it close to dental work, crowns, anything with cement that I don’t want to chance dissolving.
I'd like to dilute my 70% DMSO for use at a lower concentration for problems such as hair loss, but cannot find distilled water in glass bottles; it's always in plastic, which seems like a bad idea for this purpose. Do you know of a source?
I would love to try the DMSO protocol for tinnitus, but wherever would I get the mentioned solution with all the added medicines? If I had a prescription would a compounding pharmacy even fill it?
When learning about MMS (Jim Humble’s book) there was a section about combining DMSO with colloidal Silver for the ears. This would be more simple, if it would work.
A tinnitus recipe in a DMSO book just diluted to 20% solution, clean ears first with hydrogen peroxide drops (Google how) and then start with 1 or 2 drops of the dmso solution. If pain results stop or back off number of drops or dilute more. . I’m going to try that. Simple enough.
This one recipe doesn’t. I’ve never used colloidal silver. I don’t know much about it but I may add it if the diluted DMSO drops don’t work. Good luck. Update us if you can.
Decided to try DMSO on my longstanding TMJ problem (a popping jaw joint on one side, sometimes painful). I'm using 70% - my own mix of 2 parts 100% DMSO with 1 part pure virgin olive oil, rubbed into the skin every night before bed.
And here's a by-the-way discovery... DMSO doesn't mix well with olive oil, it keeps separating into layers. So I stuck this mixture in the fridge to see if I could get it to freeze into a spreadable gel (swirling it occasionally to remix).
After about 1-1/2 hours, I didn't get a gel - I got an icy slush, which wasn't very spreadable but looked more homogenous. I tried to use it on my skin, but the whole thing turned watery within 10 min. However, the homogenized effect has remained for a week so far. Convenient accident!
Yeah, it seems like adding the olive oil speeded up the melting. Since writing this, I've tried 3 parts DMSO to 1 part olive oil, and I got the same result.
OTOH I'm using small quantities (total around 1/4 cup in a glass jar).
Thank you for all of the amazing information on DMSO. I have been reading and rereading the articles to try to understand more about the many uses and possibilities. I realize that you can not possibly cover every single issue. Some of the treatments for the varying ailments that you have covered would be able to be translated into closely related issues. I have already used the topical treatments for a couple of maladies with promising results. But I am not sure about the liquid application in the form of drops for eyes. I have a son who was diagnosed with Coats Disease in one eye at the age of 15. At that time, we were seeing a top retinal specialist in our area. I was a bit overwhelmed at the time with many things, and I had not yet become aware of all of the deception in our modern medical mafia…so I failed by allowing injections of Avastin (a cancer treating drug). We quickly stopped them against the doctor’s recommendation, because we were not seeing any benefit and the eye pressure was going up as a side effect. We found a new new specialist who was able to do a laser surgery to help improve his vision. That was only temporary. The prognosis for this is that the eye will eventually “die”, and he will lose it. We continue to pray for healing or a real cure and to encourage our son to take supplements that are beneficial for his vision and eye health, all while I have been researching for any promising treatments. He is 27 now, and his vision is very poor in that eye. He also experiences frequent headaches, because his vision is constantly changing due to the nature of the disease. I am hopeful that DMSO may possibly help this condition, but I am not sure how to use it as eye drops. I assume that I would purchase the liquid DMSO and dilute it with sterilized water to a certain percentage. Any information specific to this condition would be very much appreciated. I am already so blessed by the wealth of information that you have provided. Thank you, and God bless.
I've been very excited to know this article was in the works, as I have a couple of these "incurable" conditions. I mentioned previously in a comment that on a sudden insight I started using it occasionally to quiet my superior oblique myokymia (twitch behind one eye). I paid several hundred dollars to a specialist for that diagnosis, so I'm darned sure going to use the term! I'm pretty happy with the 10% solution: it does sting a little for about 30 seconds after use, which makes me leery of upping the concentration. Part of my pre-bedtime routine is to sit quietly and read. By that point in the day my eyes are often tired, watering, and burning. A little of that solution clears it right up. I was particularly pleased to see it can be used for tinnitus, as I have a constant squeal (plus occasional, other "special effects") going on in the background. I've started experimenting with DMSO for the tinnitus, too. I never imagined the unintended consequences of COVID! I was always a skeptic regarding alternative medicine, and "followed the science." Science now serves monopoly, and isn't completely trustworthy. I wouldn't have arrived at this point without the pandemic, so I guess sometimes there are blessings from treachery and tragedy.
I'm happy to let you know. The hardest part is laying down for 15 minutes per side! On a more serious note, my wife is very concerned about someone suffering from cervical dystonia. Aside from topical applications for pain, can DMSO treat whatever underlying condition causes it? How would one use it?
I've only been applying topically around the ear (99.998%). I'll try a 15-20% solution via drops internally when fall chores are done. I use distilled water to dilute. It may take some time to work; I've had the condition for more than a decade.
Thanks FM. I very also had my T for approximately 8 years. I could cope when it was o e ear only and sort of air drill sound. For so.e reason the pathways have become hyper excited ...possibly as I had inner muth osteo a day kinesiology treatment that was supposed to release trauma but caused some strange reflexes....the next day I woke with sort of superfast Morse code or cylinders miss firing
I'm on Carbamazepine for wnd week. Getting very down.
Just had a thought...as a part of my nightly "vanity" ritual (not that it does much good, LOL), I use a mix of rosemary oil, niacinamide, snail cream (Hyaluronic acid), and a C&E serum mixed together. I'm wondering if mixing in a small amount DMSO might make it work better. Any thoughts?
Also, there's been some studies showing that rosemary oil helps decrease hair loss (and in some cases, revitalize old hair follicles) due to aging (decreased hormones). I'm wondering about tossing some DMSO into my rosemary oil/water spray.
I realize this is all just vanity stuff, but still...
Thank you for another excellent article. I subscribed specifically to read your DMSO articles and they are very informative. I do have a question about DMSO for aerositis, as I suffer from this and therefore flying is very difficult for me. Thankfully I don't do it often, but having a remedy to prevent or treat the pain would be wonderful. How and when would you administer DMSO for this condition? Would you have to wait until experiencing the pain and then use DMSO to relieve it, or can you use it pre-flight to prevent the pain from occurring? What is the method of administration? Drops in the ears? I really appreciate all of the research and effort you have put into writing these articles. I sincerely hope that this information will eventually become main stream, as opposed to being hidden or taboo!
I've tried topical DMSO three times and each time was hit with serious diarrhea within a few hours. Is there a way to mitigate this side-effect? Will it lessen with repeated use?
Tinnitus in the right ear since 1994 with sympathy low level in the left ear. My apologies, but just signed up as a paid subscriber. What are my next steps to employ DMSO? Local naturopath or home remedy? Brand to use and strength? Thank you to anyone that can direct me.
With DMSO a solvent that breaks down plastic, how does one get a sprayer that won't deposit significant amounts of plastic that will be dragged by the DMSO into our body.
I'm seeing glass spray bottles, but the spraying mechanism itself would carry plastic into the DMSO solution, would it not?
How are folks sourcing an appropriately safe product or otherwise mitigating against a plastic infusion cocktail with the DMSO?
My dad was a GP. He loved being a physician. I read some of his medical journals before they were bought by pharma. I always had lots of respect for the medical profession. Now I am sad I can no longer trust this professional. My private insurance is also expensive and often when I try to use it the providers won't take it. I asked my doctor to make a referral to a physical therapist for a sore back, but he refused without seeing me. I have to make separate appointments for everything$$$.
I have been going through extensive dental work to have two root canals extracted and metal removed. My dentist recommended I leave the titanium implant I have since it doesn't seem to causing obvious issues - I do not like having an antenna in my mouth, but breaking it out of the jaw doesn't sound fun either. I still have one extraction to do next week - and I'm wondering if it is a bad idea for me to rinse with DMSO because of the titanium implant? The extraction is on the other side of my mouth so perhaps careful spot application would work? I'm actually sick over deciding wether I should get a bridge or 2 zirconium implants in the holes I will have. Implants seem like a great long term option but part of me wonders - what are the real implications of implants and are they truly safe? It seems so many healthy fixes these days can turn into health nightmares. Any reader input is appreciated! Best wishes to all.
AMD, could you please compile all your articles on DMSO into a book? It would be great if it had a topical index in the back, also. Your work on this is tremendous and we so appreciate all your hard work. God bless you and your family and your practice!
Hi! Thank you so much for this incredible summary of the benefits of (and research related to) DMSO. Is there any evidence that it can improve gum recession? My dentist recommends a gum graft, but as that is invasive, painful, and expensive, I am looking for alternatives. Thanks in advance!
"DMSO has been used successfully in the treatment of tooth and gum problems since the 1960s. An official study in Poland involved 32 patients with periodontal disease. These patients had inflammation and bleeding of the gums. In 13 of the patients the disease only involved bleeding and swollen gums. In the other 19 the infection extended deep into the gum, sometimes involving bone and loose teeth.
First the teeth were cleaned and as much bacteria as possible was removed. Then the patients were treated with compresses containing 30 percent DMSO for 10 minutes every other day for seven to ten treatments. Great improvement was reported in all patients with superficial disease. Pain was eliminated, bleeding was greatly reduced and loose teeth became tighter in all patients. All patients with deep infections had less inflammation and less pain. Very loose teeth did not tighten up in any of the patients.
All periodontal disease should be treated by a dentist as soon as possible. Treatment is much easier in the earliest stages, and the results are much better. Loose teeth can tighten if they are not very loose. However, the use of DMSO has not, to this writer’s knowledge, ever caused very loose teeth to tighten.
Many people use a 50 percent solution of DMSO as a mouth wash. Others brush their teeth with DMSO. This writer has brushed his teeth with DMSO for over 40 years with good results. His teeth and gums have caused much less problems since he started using the DMSO regularly. Other people apply DMSO when they have a tooth ache to relieve pain until the dentist is seen"
I have vertigo, tinnitus as well as arthritis in one knee. I’m using a 90% strength DMSO undiluted - on my knee, scalp and behind my ears BID. I’ve found the arthritis pain has reduced somewhat but need to experiment in all kinds of weather air pressure to be sure. Holding hope for the vertigo & tinnitus. Will let you know if there is significant improvements.
Since having a stroke my balance is bad. Also my tinnitus is starting to aggravate me. I took the DMSO for the stroke (hopefully it helped). Will start protocol for tinnitus. I have read the article for the protocol, but it's hard to discern the exact amount. Is there any further reading I could do? Thank you
In his post he writes: Additionally, many instead mix DMSO with easily available antimicrobial substances. For example, one author advocates for putting chlorine dioxide (e.g., 2 drops of activated MMS in 10ml water) or hydrogen peroxide (1-3%) immediately before or after applying DMSO.
I would use Distilled water with the DMSO. I haven’t done it yet. I’ve put DMSO on &/or behind my ears, neck & arthritic knee and finger. I thought I would try this prior to inserting it into ear. I should not try 2 things at once all the same I’m trying acupuncture with someone trained in China and Canada. Completed 2x to date. I seem to be slightly less affected by vertigo. As per recommend (in chat) I am taking 2 days off a week from the DMSO. The DMSO has worked way better for me than MJ cream ( with Arnica, Juniper, Marijuana) Japanese mint oil, other ess. oils, even better than Hemp-Ease Aid spray which let me sleep, & other over counter crap found in drugstores. DMSO has risen to the top for working at pain relief. I am not giving up on its assistance with tinnitus & vertigo. Time will tell.
Could you refer me to any research or advice about treating optical HSV with DMSO for a 10 year old? I prefer to avoid antivirals and wonder if DMSO alone will help.
It turns out that our daughter has herpes zoster ophthalmicus which is shingles on the eye/face. Fascinating because she has never been vaccinated and has not had chicken pox. She has the “Hutchinsons sign” at the end of her nose so we are alert for changes with her eye and vision.
We have continued 2x daily eye drops of 20% DMSO. We also use it on the rash/lesions along with colloidal silver gel to help with healing the skin.
It has been about 10 days and the legions are slowing down and scabbing up.
She saw an opthalmologist today and he confirmed there are no concerns about the eye or cornea. He lectured me about vaccines etc but I think he was generally intrigued that we let her body manage the virus with the help of DMSO and without prescription antivirals. He is 70+ and has never seen HZO in a child. We are going to watch and wait and continue with the DMSO treatment.
Just an update to share that we used 10% DMSO drops twice daily in the affected eye and on the surrounding rash and all symptoms are improving after 2 days of treatment
It’s better diluted some. 70% cut the itching down for me. I don’t mind the knee but used some on my thyroid area. That was really uncomfortable so I diluted it down to maybe 50%. I’m still experimenting on that area for hashimotos thyroid. My temperature has gone up a bit which is a sign of better thyroid function and increased metabolism So crossed fingers.
I’ve been working on my thyroid for quite awhile. I had some desiccated products from my functional med doc but numbers didn’t change much. I eat a pro metabolic diet now with clean easy to digest carbs having stopped long term very low carb and keto that was probably the reason I have thyroid damage. Or this runs in my family. Every family woman around the table at thanksgiving had something. Mostly hashimotos. It’s been a year on this kind of eating and I started adding a little T3 in September. I have blood tests this month. In many places I read it’s not the numbers that mean so much. It’s how you feel and symptoms so that’s how I gauge it. Since DMSO orally I am sleeping sounder, my digestive system and mood seems better and more energy. It could because I’ve found my correct dose of T3 as well. So who knows. Right now I take 1 1/2 teaspoons twice a day breakfast and dinner. I put it into orange juice. My dilutions (70% brushed on thyroid area) use distilled water. My husband is now using it on a facial skin lesion. (25% dilution) He is prone to basal cell carcinomas or squamous (can’t remember which one). I’m basically doctoring myself now, like many of us. AMD is a godsend. Worth every penny of a paid subscription. Good luck. Didn’t mean to get so wordy.
Hi Janet Thanks or your reply. Your journey is similar to mine. Initially went to a functional clinic. I started on dedicated hormone along with herbs. My antibodies did come down but it was so expensive. I stopped and went onto a T4/T3 slow release tablet. I also did 2 years of keto- lost weight but wrecked my metabolism. I still am only burning g 1300 calories resting g according to the gym fancy machine. This is despite following a Tay Pete pro metibolic diet.. although only been on it for 5 months .I follow Cheryl Leigh Frost and Kate Deering.
My energy is good, but I think I developed Hashimotos after first pregnancy- I'm now 63. My 38 year old daughter developed post Partum Hashimotos, but is only on synthetic T4.
I've slacked off in the pro metibolic diet as initially I became so hungry for for sugars and was good at first, stewing fruits but started eating cookies. I've got to get back on track. My weight is stable, and I'd rather be a little heavier and healthy.
I'm actually mainly wanting to use the DSMO for my tinnitus which has developed into spasms in ears head and jaw. Could be nerve compression...neurologists has me on a strong drug- Carbamazepine. I'm only two weeks in and no improvement.
Next I have to try a muscle relaxant.
My life feel on hold as the sensations are so disturbing.
I'm hoping to try the DMSO after a skin patch test. Then perhaps apply the gel topically. After that I will take a teaspoon or so in distilled water? Or is it Ok in just regular water- I have filtered water.
It feel like blood or electric circuits getting interrupted in flow.
I use distilled water as I have it for a nespresso machine anyway. I’m kind of disillusioned by the pro metabolic diet. It started out well but I was using Jay Feldmans program. It’s not working for me. I can truly say I have had no benefits after 1 1/2 years. I’ve got to be honest. I’ve just been kidding myself. That program re@lly pushes the decent carbs but the push to get more and more calories and carbs in the face of my glucose metabolism problems just made it worse. I developed lower intestinal problems I have never had in my life(76). Bad terrible sleep, aw3ful weight gain, less energy and my thyroid numbers have not improved that much. They were better in January tests but I was taking a recommended T3 supplement and T3 looked better but I just cannot find ANY dose that doesn’t make me feel crappy, even spreading it out, so I’m not doing that. I take LDN for Hashimotos but didn’t for a month and my numbers went way up so back on LDN. I’ve decided to go back on a higher protein, middle fat and some fruit and veg carbs. I don’t think I handle starches and I have always limited grains. I had that nasty flu in January and still have fatigue so that messed with everything. As post menopausal I’m kind of tired of these young active people and gurus going on and on about these things. Done. I was low carb way too long so my metabolism tanked also. I didn’t continue on the DMSO for tinnitus but will try it again. I only did it once. Hope it works for you.
5 mths of tendonitis & swelling @ base of left thumb. Very little relief after cortisone injection 2.5 mths ago. Week or so after reading the first article on DMSO I picked up Natures Tree roll on from a near by health food store and started applying it that day - 3 applications within 4 hours, 4 the next day, 4 the next day and again on the 4th day when I noticed my 73 y/o skin in that area looked like 120 year old skin, LOL. I suspended further use for about 6 days and then took a more conservative approach from then on to 3 apps a day because the skin was returning to normal except for peeling skin as if I'd gotten too much sun but without the red sun burn. Normally I've been wearing a short wrist/thumb brace 24/7 except for this last 4 days where I've skipped it during most of those days. I do wear it at night tho as a precaution. This is progress, really. Very little pain anymore and if I do feel pain after exerting it it passes in a flash and doesn't get any worse. Also the swelling has diminished by about 40% in the last 2 days!!!
Progress #2...
Painful L4/L5 disc issue for 50 years (new home carpenter contractor). Disks above it and below aren't too much better. Arthritis in those bones doesn't help nor does living in the snow belt. I've probably had 10-12 epidurals and eventually 6 nerve branch ablations. Was scheduled for disc fusion about 1980 but I chickened out after hearing about Joe Montana's fusion not helping. Started applying DMSO roll on that same week as I did on my wrist but only 2 times a week. So far there's been 2 adverse changes in the weather that should've held me down for a day or 2 yet not a twinge of pain even getting out of bed.
Going to graduate to oral consumption this week for my other malady's.
I am sincerely hoping there's an upcoming article about eczema and DMSO
I am 52 years old and had my first ever very bad dyshidrotic eczema outbreak. It has been torture!
I have a feeling I have a histamine intolerance that finally has reared it's ugly head as eczema (hair loss, terrible heartburn, food intolerances, massive fatigue, joint pain).
If DMSO can help me heal inside and out I am on board!
I had dyshidrotic eczema for years. I finally stumbled upon a cure by accident. I had blisters on my hands, rashes on my arms, legs and stomach when I started a juice fast and within a couple days the itchiness started subsiding and the rashes which at that point I had for almost 2 years also went away. I was on the juice fast, just drank juice from organic veggies/fruits for about 2 weeks.
Thanks for yet another incredibly useful post. A simple question (possibly a dumb one). Given that DMSO has a solvent effect on some plastics, are DMSO drops safe to use when flexible lens implants are inserted following cataract surgery ?
Short answer is I don't know. Anything besides drops directly to the eyes is fine, for drops to the eyes, the data doesn't exist to adequately answer the question.
Apologies if this has been answered already, but when taking DMSO orally, is there a recommendation regarding full vs. empty stomach? Or certain foods that might have elements (chemical - natural or applied) which would be "drawn out" by DMSO and made more toxic?
P.S. - Count me as one of your admirers. Thank you.
very good question. I have started taking it on an empty stomach, just 1/2 teaspoon mixed in water, once or twice a day. Intuitively it didn't feel right to take it with food, but I will be interested to see what MWD has to say about this.
I also use the 99%. I just put 1/2 teaspoon into a glass and then add like a quarter cup of water. My thinking is that if you're taking it orally, you don't need a strong solution. What's important is the amount of DMSO itself. In my case, it's 1/2 teaspoon of pure DMSO. Diluting it dilutes the taste, making it easier to drink. Once it hits the stomach it will be diluted by digestive juices and whatever else is in there.
I have started that. I actually don’t mind the taste. Lol. I’ve just gotten it so tried on an empty stomach. I’ll try it after breakfast. I have had some digestive issues since I stopped keto and low carb. Maybe it will help
SOS - I keep getting to the "end" and seeing "subscribe to continue" yet I am already a paid subscriber. Any hints?
Does the good doc see comments? I am wondering about application of DMSO to lipoma/"fatty tumors" - I can't suggest a mechanism, but wonder (it seems to work for everything else).
Thank you for a VERY informative evening of reading!
I have that problem if I open on my iPhone. It actually says paid but I am not shown the entire thing. It works in my ipad fine. Google “Substack chat” and you can ask on line your problem. They will give an answer. I got one for my problem, made a screenshot and will try it.
I don't know. With oral, or topical, no issue, but with eye drops, possibly. As best as I can tell, the common materials in the lens have limited solubility in DMSO, but there's still a possibility the lens could get altered and then no longer let light through correctly. I've never heard of this happening, but since it's possible, I can't guarantee its safe.
Thank You. I have incredible distance vision since having the surgery this past summer and don’t want to risk anything. I intend to use oral and/or topical for other issues (tinnitus being one) and was concerned about any use of DMSO. Will definitely stay away from eye drops (not needed for any eye issues in any case). FWIW, I had the Light Adjustable Lens implanted. Refractive errors and astigmatism can be “tweaked” post surgery since the lens is made of a special photosensitive material that changes the shape and power the implanted lens in response to ultraviolet (UV) light….so not the common material that is traditionally used. Thanks again.
I had incredible success. Two month process and it is more expensive, but in my estimation, very well worth it. https://rxsight.com/ is the manufacturer.
Thanks; I just wonder about the possibility of wax, not knowing there is some left over; would this potential wax attach itself to the DMSO and go back into the body?
I have many dental crowns in my mouth that at some point I hope to have removed. Presently I take DMSO w/ RO water orally through a glass straw that I position as far back in my mouth ( and as far away from teeth as possible) to ingest. Then drink additional RO water to clear the area.
Question since these crowns are metal lined and I don't know what chemicals are used for the so-called porcelain exterior of the crowns am I at risk?
Thank you for these most informative article series on DMSO. If one wanted to read more about it, can you recommend any title for people with no medical background?
hello Doc, I'm so grateful for this series. if you can imagine I've learned of DMSO from Dr. Vollmer (DMSO store) years ago and had it but was hesitant to use. my husband has cataracts and we did buy the drops, so far no success but he got a floater and so we were worried about that other eye so stopped. I'm a little confused by the following you said:
"when DMSO is taken by mouth, the total concentration should always be kept to 20% or less, and ideally, it should be taken slowly after eating a meal."
if I have her oral DMSO as well, what does it mean 20% or less? mixing a teaspoon in a glass of water approximately? do you have a specific protocol for cataracts? we are going ot start up her eyedrops which are 40% with Vit. C but she also recommends to take orally. any recommendations on how much to take -- we have a bottle of her solution. I'm a little hesitant to make solutions on my own but will try. we are desperate not to get the eye surgery if possible. if anyone has success with cataracts here I'm all ears! thanks !
I love this series and you’ve provided excellent info on the many uses of DMSO. I have used it for years but still have issues with utilizing all the possibilities because I need specific formulas or recipes you might say. I make this for many People and could help many more if I have written information I can trust for how much DMSO, what all to mix it with for specific purposes. You have given many but I wonder if you have a reference for like a recipe book for DMSO?
The book I just got on Amazon “Healing with DMSO” has some information on a chart about mixtures for what you are using it for. Mostly dilution percentages plus some things like castor oil you can mix it with.
Hashimotos here. I hurt my thyroid from undereating and low carb all my life (76). I’m trying to heal now. I’m taking T3 but dosage is very complicated. It’s a tiny tablet and I have to cut it into 6ths. I have to get it from Mexico since my functional medicine doc won’t prescribe it. I had my labs alalyzed in the group online I’m using to recover from being on lowcarb and undereating all my life. The lowcarb keto,carnivore fasting, IF gurus don’t tell you about the dangers of this long term.
I hurt my thyroid (Hashi's) from eating lotsa carbs and everything else in the Standard American Diet for years. I'm 68 now. Going LoCarb has been a huge help for me and I've been LoCarb for over 7 years now.
Strange ... my Hashimoto cleared completely with PKD (paleo ketogenic diet). The recommendation came from a doctor (from Hungary) and the clinic is Hungarian (previous name was Paleomedicina.com)
The diet is a carnivore ketogenic diet; every week I have to eat an organ (liver, brain, etc.)
I also had a homeopathic treatment due to the fact that apart from Hashimoto, my T4 and T3 were low, but the TSH was normal or slightly elevated. The diagnostic was H + secondary hypothyroidism, which means the pituitary or the hypothalamus might not work properly. Homeopathic treatment helped a lot (they have a kind of organ remedies and I received some personalized remedies + the one for the hypothalamus).
My thyroid was a mess and is perfect now. I feel great on PKD.
Half my family died of it because in the 1920's,30's,40's...etc., thyroid panel blood tests were not routinely given. I can remember my mother telling our family doctor about her extreme fatigue, dry skin, sensitivity to cold, all classic symptoms but he didn't get it. They never knew they all had the same problem. It's why I went into medicine in my 50's after a 30 year career writing software.
If I recall correctly, Hashimoto's was the subject of Episode 10 of "Diagnosis Unknown" (or something like that, TV series of 20 years or more ago).
The one thing we all find out is that you CANNOT blindly take T4 and expect everything to work out just fine. Some need both T3 and T4 (Armour), others don't have good T3 production irrespective of how much T4 they take.
It's.....complicated. Let's wait for MW Doc to comment, his (or her) articles are well researched here and often show new angles which the FDA and conventional medical orthodoxy have been programmed to disavow, ignore or worse, denounce.
I have optic nerve damage. I've been using DMSO orally and would like to try it as an eye drop. However, I had cataracts removed in 2020 and replacement lenses were inserted. Can I use the DMSO in my eyes as a drop given the lenses are permanent? Also, have you heard anything about DMSO helping the optic nerve? Responses from the community are welcome also. Thank you.
I commented a few messages up that using a plastic measuring spoon with DMSO caused the plastic to cloud instantly. That would be a terrible outcome in your eye if your artificial lens did the same
I wonder if the topical application or ingestion of DMSO has had any positive effects on, or alleviates symptoms associated with BPH, prostatitis, etc.? I know a lot of folks who have issues. I imagine you do as well. Thanks for the excellent reading. I really enjoy your articles and perspective.
You don't comment on if DMSO is safe to use orally for persons who have silver fillings, amalgam. I have read a few warnings in a DMSO Facebook group that the dmso could cause the fillings to fall out and wonder if there is any reason to worry about this. I have swallowed DMSO repeatedly without any problems, but I would like to see if it can help removing (softening) tartar, and if I ever have any other dental issues I would have loved to try DMSO, unless the risk of losing the fillings is high. On the other hand, getting rid of such fillings might good...
I do not know, so I would advise not doing it. That said, it is in your absolute best interest to get the fillings removed, although you need to work with a biological dentist who knows how to do this (as if they are removed incorrectly they can dump a lot of mercury into your system).
I had all my mercury fillings removed by a holistic dentist who understood how to do it properly, and am sorry only that it took me so long to realise how toxic they had been. A generalised fatigue that had been creeping up on me for years before that disappeared soon after. My complexion, which I had noticed becoming pale and faintly greyish, pinked up nicely and has stayed that way.
I’m in the process of getting mercury/silver amalgams removed but still have two teeth to deal with, so was worried about direct DMSO applications in mouth.
Second, what about natural bio fillings and/or crowns and adhesives. I go to to a fantastic holistic dentist, but would be worried about weakening any kind of bonding of fillings/crowns. Since DMSO is such a natural solvent…
Glad you are having a holistic dentist do this. I had this done 25 years ago. Make sure you wear old clothes and shoes so you can change immediately after, place in a bag and toss.
me too - wondering about the adhesives used especially - i mean it's glue in your mouth (which was already bad enough when freshly used, holistic dentist or not)
Haha. I was speaking at the lectern of my church one Sunday and a front upper temporary crown flew off and landed on the floor in front of the lectern. I had to go down and pick it up and place it back in. That was a hoot.
Also, you can do the BioComp test which will tell which materials you are sensitive. And they have material now with no bpa and phlalates, I think even porcelain ones. I'm going through it now so am about to find out the details.
Most of my old fillings are gone, replaced by crowns. My heavy metals detoxes (2 rounds) didn’t show a mercury problem. I had bulimia as a younger woman and it messed up my teeth pretty thoroughly. I haven’t had any issues since I had a root canal removed and changed my diet. Hopefully. Id like to hear if DMSO is useful for teeth. I’ve never had gum disease or bleeding gums.
The thing to remember about removal is it's not just the protocol for removal. I had many removed in the 90's by the president of the holistic dental association, trained by Huggins. I was great for 6 weeks, then my body dumped it's stores (which it does), I was already toxic from mold and my cysteine was high so it shunted to my brain. I became severally cognitively impaired (lost 50 IQ points per the testing.)
Mercury fillings are terrible but people should really be working with a naturopath who is knowledgeable about this, to make sure their detox systems are working, eliminate channels are open, nutrient amounts are correct, and plans are in place to bind up the mercury that gets dumped.
What if you have had cataract surgery - wouldn't DMSO adversely interact with the material of the artificial lenses? And if so it would it then follow that you can't use DMSO around the eyes?
I really do not know, so in the abundance of caution, I would advise not doing it. From what I've found, there do not appears to be any issues with other routes of administration (ie. oral or topical), but when placed on the eyes, it could potentially alter the artificial lens or have difficulty draining from the eyes.
I have the same question, and am searching these comments in hope someone will have found resources for good info on this.
I appreciate AMD's logic and abundance of caution on this. Still, there's got to be some sources of experience on DMSO and surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
I am afraid to try it because I used a plastic measuring spoon for DMSO the first time I tried it and the plastic instantly clouded. I could rub the white film off the spoon but obviously that’s not an option in your eye
Newer subscriber here... I'm so appreciative for all the information re DMSO, presented in a measured way.
Perhaps you've already addressed this issue: what about the strong garlicy smell many people complain about (in the comments on Amazon!). Is this really an issue, and are there ways to minimize this apparent drawback?
It's an issue for some people but not others. Sometimes it improves over time (especially if improve your general health). You also can take some type of oxidizing agent concurrently so there is less reductive stress in your system.
I remember my friend's dad using DMSO on horses when I was younger. I have 99% DMSO and was wondering if there are any specific glass mixing bottles or dropper bottles you recommend. I notice there is plastic on most of the dropper tops & I'm not sure if the DMSO will interact.
Any advice or recommendations on this matter will be most appreciated.
I read somewhere that we shouldn't use DMSO drops in our eyes if we've had cataracts replaced with artificial lenses. It stated that the DMSO could cause the replaced lenses to get cloudy. Is there any clinical data that shows this? I ask because I've had retinal tears in both eyes repaired, both eyes have had cataract surgery and my left eye had a partial detachment of the retina that was repaired with surgery. I wanted to start using DMSO drops as a preventative measure for any other possible issues with my eyes.
Due to the "advanced" medicine in my home country of Macedonia and my weight at the time, no doctor took an X-ray, let alone a CT scan.
In the end, I got an X-ray on my own, and the result was emphysema. Officially, I was told there’s no help for me, so I started looking into unofficial options to see what’s out there.
I engaged GROK from X, and it started finding some things.
To keep it short, I’ll write what I’ve been using with no effect—maybe I’m not dosing correctly.
If anyone wants to help, please do, because I’m at the end of my rope. I nebulize 3 ml of DMSO (50/50 ratio) twice a day.
I nebulize 1 ml of liposomal glutathione (containing 55 mg glutathione) twice a day.
I nebulize 15-20 drops of propolis once a day.
And sometimes I nebulize 3% hydrogen peroxide diluted in a 2 ml hydrogen to 10 ml water ratio.
Do you have a source for the use of superoxide dismutase solution in addition to DMSO for cataracts that discusses concentration? Do you know if the DMSO Handbook that you referenced discusses this?
Unfortunately, I must say that pure 99.5% DMSO from Germany made a slight skin rash on my ankle MUCH WORSE after treating the area twice over three days with the product diluted 50% with distilled water. It clearly is not the cute-all proclaimed by some.
It seems as though I won't be able to treat myself for tinnitus, since the DMSO, which I can purchase on my own, must be combined with other ingredients that I can't source on my own (y-ketophenylbutazone, moroxydine HCl, hydrocortisone, lidocaine HCl, n-propylcarbinol) in a spray, with multi-ingredient injections at the same time. What's a girl to do?
I have been using DMSO topically using the information you have provided. I would like to use it in my eyes for macular degeneration but as I have had cataract surgery, I wonder about the safety of using it, as the replacement lenses are plastic.
My friend’s teenage son has been diagnosed with a genetic eye disorder called Stargardt Disease. Is there any research that shows DMSO can halt or reverse the damage to the macula caused by Stargardts?
Thank you for all this information! Question - you mention that for eyes, people remove contact lenses. What if the person had cataract surgery and had the lense replaced. Is this still safe to use for those people since those lenses cannot be removed?
My friend’s son has just been diagnosed with a genetic eye disorder called Stargardt Disease…is there any research that shows DMSO can halt or reverse the damage to the macula?
Dear Doctor - Looked at this site: Note: at the 1974 symposium, this author also presented a paper on how DMSO could be used to treat hearing loss. Couldn't find an article about hearing loss on there! Sister-in-law might have Meniere's. Lost hearing in one ear, and now is losing it in another. Wondering if there's any links about DMSO for hearing loss like Minieres.
I've been using eye drops (20% DMSO, 80% physiological serum) for 3 days now, and I already notice I have less eye floaters. But the DMSO I'am using is the 70% pure, not the 99%. Is the 70% dangerous? Should I switch to the 99% or I can keep using it?. Thank you.
I am interested in more specifics about how to begin using DMSO for macular degeneration and tinnitus.
Also, is there a list of doctors who are open to the use of DMSO? I would love to find one in the Myrtle Beach SC area for my mom who has macular degeneration.
Does anyone know if drinking a teaspoon of DMSO in hot coffee or tea will increase the absorption of pesticides or other contaminants present in the coffee beans (or tea) into your body? I have been drinking DMSO in my coffee in the morning, and in my tea in the evening, and I am concerned about that.
My husband has been following you for some time and we have purchased DMSO. I’ve been using it for arthritis in my hands and a hip. It is helping. I had cataract surgery and eye implants about a year ago. I’ve recently noticed more and bigger floaters. Can DMSO be used when you have Clareon Toric UV implants?
My son uses DMSO eye drops for Retinitis Pigmentosa. They seem to be helping but I cannot find a Doctor willing to help him. He just treats himself. But he wants to get contact lens to maybe widen his field of vision. If he uses the eyedrops at night can he put in his contacts in the morning without damaging them and his eyes? Can anyone tell me if they wear contacts and use DMSO drops?
I have been diagnosed with wet myopic macular degeneration. I am already taking the injections which are slightly painful and leave my eye irritated for several hours. Will DMSO help this?
I love your writing, it is direct, and concise. I have referral your articles to my friends. Don't be discouraged. Pharma doesn't like you which means you are helping people. Please keep publishing your articles. Thanks
Sorry to ask as you've probably written it but I cannot find how to use DMSO for tinnitus. Do you put it directly in the ears or elsewhere? And what concentration should I use? Thank you.
Such huge articles to wade through. I have DMSO, have noticed no change in the six weeks I have been taking it. I think the problem is I literally don't know where to start. Instructions are vague
Love these articles about DMSO. Thank you. I would like to know what a good DMSO is to purchase b/c I can't find any information in these articles. I want it for my knees specifically but will use it wherever. And... how do you know which one you can ingest? Thanks ahead of time for taking the time to answer.
So my optometrist says I have a cataract and I'd like to use 10% DMSO to start with. I bought a bottle of saline solution at the pharmacy, would like a 2nd opinion on these ingredients, please & thanks. Boric acid, sodium berate, potassium chloride, sodium chloride, polyaminopropyl biguanide 0.00003%, and edetate disodium 0.025%. Much appreciated!
I was interested in your passing references to the possible ability of DMSO to lower intraocular eye pressure. Are there more glaucoma-focused studies than the ones mentioned?
I have developed allergies to all the popular pressure lowering medications, and the next alternative is surgery. I would love to find another alternative before going under the knife!
I am a looooong time follower having found you [somehow] through Dr. Tenpenny, who, quiet frankly was a god send during COVID. It saved us from getting Vaxxed. I just became a paid subscriber because I am desperately trying to heal my cat whom, I believe, has a hematoma. I do not believe any of your articles cover DMSO and animals (although my husband used to be a polo player and he said they used it on their horses legs if they got muscle strains). The Vetranarian's around here "go-to" seem to be euthanasia. Though I hope I'm not going to unwittingly kill her myself. I am giving her 3 drops of DMSO in distilled water 1 hour after she eats, as well as cleaning the sometimes bloody ear with fresh distilled water followed by an application of DMSO (1 drop on a saturated cotton ball).
It's probably a little pie-in-the-sky thinking expecting advice. But nothing ventured nothing gained. Thanks for listening. Robin
If only it had all gone down the way RFK Jr. thought it would! But it has NOT. Trump placed GATE KEEPERS around Kennedy, and he isn't allowed to do any of what he said he would do. Instead they have him pushing MMR Shots when he has said they CAUSE Autism! And removing red Dye. And no one is stopping the Genocide of Humanity with mRNA shots.
The only reason Trump included him in his Cabinet was to get the votes Kennedy brought with him. Many people, myself included had decided NOT to vote for Trump again, and vote for Kennedy instead. If he had run against Trump, Kennedy would have won. And the people in control couldn't have that. They needed a man they could control.
I'm so sick of hoping that this NEW government really give a crap about us! If they did, Trump would never had placed Susie Willes in to the GATE KEEPER Position as Chief of Staff in his WHITEHOUSE. He is no different than all the rest. He placed those 2 Gate Keepers around Kennedy!
I had a tooth infection and gum disease that improved in hours after putting a 50/50 swab of DMSO in my cheek, and the next day the pain, swelling and bleeding gums were gone! I LOVE DMSO and tell everyone I know about your research, doctor!
I am concerned about the materials my 4 crowns are made of and use the DMSO sparingly so I don't destroy them, but as soon as I can afford a natural dentist to pull off the crowns and replace with stem-cell-grown tooth material, I'll be drinking DMSO daily :)
It's my go-to for clearing psoriasis plaques, swollen legs after all-day abuse, and for infection-clearing and wound-healing magic :)
Without your articles, I wouldn't have known a fraction of the benefits of DMSO and have kept it only to skin issues. But amazingly, it's great for so many things that it feels like witchcraft, lol
i have had lasik and RK on my eyes. I also have very bad eye floaties in the right eye that i would love to improve. What dilution of DMSO should i try? I also have tinnitus and my wife has hearing loss in one ear from a scuba trip years ago. what dilution should i use for ears?
I have blocked eustacian tubes and tinnitus that gradually developed following 2nd Pfizer jab in 2021 (no boosters!) ENT recommended expensive hearing aids that don’t help at all. I wonder if anyone reading this series has had any success with DMSO for this issue or similar. And if so, how did you treat it?
Dear AMD, thank you! I came across an X link from Pierre Kory at just the right time with my husband prescribed cataract operations for diminishing sight and his eye pressure rising 4 points in 1 year, despite treatment with eye drops, leading to glaucoma risk. He decided to try strong DMSO drops, along with his existing eye drops and after 2 months had a marked improvement in his sight, particularly the worst eye. After 4 months more improvement beyond doubt using a home printed eye chart - not calibrated but useful. After his optician test this week his eye pressure had gone back down 2 points in 4 months. Carrying on to see if he can get it to normal. Thanks again
I went to all of the drug stores in town to look for sterile saline and none of them carried saline that did not have other ingredients in it. Can anybody who might read my comment suggest a brand or a web site where I might have better luck finding such a product?
My mother has gotten strokes in her optic nerves. Just last week she had more in her second eye and now is unable to drive. What is the treatment protocol for these eye problems? Flush eye with 99%dmso, diluted? How long? How frequently?
I have a 7-Day Free Trial on a potential, subscription of $7.99/mo, to this substack newsletter and need to know how to unsubscribe if needed to ensure I'm not charged on my credit card if I choose not to proceed. (I also sent you an email.)
I can't find any instructions for such in your Welcome email or website. Do I simply "unsubscribe" from the news letter before the 7 day period is up?
I've had tinnitus for over 20 years & have never benefitted from any of the various offerings I've come across (except to learn of components that have indeed been beneficial to my brain health & memory, for which I'm grateful). This is the first I've heard of DMSO being helpful for tinnitus, & I'm excited about it & will pursue it.
Like your other readers who comment, I'm wholly impressed by your writing & research, & greatly appreciate your comprehensive approach (retired RN but have always preferred the natural approach if available). I feel like I'm back in class again, & lovin' it. Thank you deeply!
In reading several books on using DMSO for cataracts I saw the advice to use DMSO with SOD dismutase. I cannot find the SOD dismutase in a liquid form. I have been using DMSO with other liquids, but I think I still have cataracts. AMD - vacancy you advise where to find this? Thank you!
Thank you. I am so glad I take the time to fully read your articles because you answer the questions I have in the articles. Appreciate the links too. You are doing G-d's work here. You are my first paid subscription (that's suppose to be a compliment to you) too. All those horrible things that happened during the fakedemic are have been fuel to use that experience for good and your channel is proof of that. Blessings
Regarding, DMSO use in eyedrops I've been doing a lot of online research and would appreciate any input someone can provide.
My Mom is in her late 70's and has type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, previous triple bypass.
A few days ago she had what has been identified as a CRAO (Central retinal artery occlusion). It is a blood clot in the main artery feeding the retina of her left eye. Her vision has had short bursts where it improved in the left eye, but mostly is extremely poor.
She had previous cataract surgery 10 years ago.
I've seen concerns raised regarding whether it is safe to put DMSO drops in your eyes if you have Intraocular lenses (IOLs) for cataract surgery which are made of acrylic, silicone, or other plastic materials.
I would appreciate any guidance, resources or relevant experiences that might help create an optimal treatment protocol.
Unfortunately I have a friend that has taken the Covid vax about 7 times. I try to talk him out of it but he won't listen. He baits me by repeatly asking if he should get another covid shot. I have tried to tell people but they won't listen and so some of my "friends" are get mad at me. I encourage people to strengthen their immune system by using Vit. C, D and zinc. This makes them mad as well. Fortunately a lot of my friends agreed with me and have stopped taking boosters.
Oops this probably doesn't belong on this posting since the topic is DMSO.
My husband and I love your articles you do a great job. Thanks so much it is obvious that you spend a lot time researching and writing.
I became excited while reading about treating tinnitus as I’ve had it for 30 years. But upon subscribing and reading the fine print, I don’t have access to preservative free lidocaine, or any of the other meds, and I haven’t met a local doctor yet that didn’t try and upsell me a whole set of testing instead of addressing my actual problem. I went in for a sprained ankle and the doc wanted me to do a colonoscopy, mammogram, vaccines and full blood panel and refused to send me to an ortho even though a bone chip was found on my x-ray. Anyway, I appreciate your information, it helped saved a friend’s life with colon cancer, but I seem to be relegated for screaming in my ears for life.
I'm new here and reading one of your articles each day! - they're easy to read and thorough enough to use the information to be able to make a clear plan to reach my own health goals. Without the in-depth info, I would feel much less confident in applying this knowledge!
I previously read a book on DMSO and have used it successfully on my psoriasis for about a year, but you Doctor, are blowing my mind about all sorts of healing potential in DMSO that I hadn't heard of or even considered! I've been studying natural treatments and medicines for over 15 years since I was diagnosed with 2 autoimmune diseases in my early 20's. It's become apparent to me how much of the really good and effective medicine has been intentionally buried even at the cost of countless careers and lives.
Thank you so much for this vital, life-saving information. I subscribed after reading just the first 2 articles and even just one of them was worth the price of the subscription to me. If you ever publish a printed book, I'll be pre-ordering it.
I'm glad we're legally able to buy DMSO, but with the suppression of understanding of how to use it I've been unable to use it to it's full healing potential - until now!
You're a rebel and a revolutionary. I'm deeply grateful you're putting your very life on the line to present this information. Your articles this week are a literal answer to my prayers and I'll be using this information to help my whole extended family (I'm the designated family health and nutrition researcher ;)
I hope you'll keep ignoring the complainers because you're saving lives and QUALITY of lives in a country that's been betrayed by it's government for pharmaceutical blood money.
I have been applying DMSO topically on my face, neck and around my ears, as well as several parts of my body (arms, legs, abdomen).
A few things:
1) A skin tag on one of my arms dried up and fell off.
2) One of the covid vaccine side effects that I experienced is that I lost hearing in the low tone and high tones. After topical use of DMSO for several months, my low tone mild hearing impairment is now in the normal range. It improved by 10 to 15 dB in both ears. However, my high tone hearing impairment has not yet improved.
3) I have not been as susceptible to respiratory imfections.
4) My brain fog has improved. (Another covid vaccine side effect).
5) I am more emotionally balanced and feel energetically protected.
I have suffered from severe dry eye for years. (I've had to have Meibomian Gland Probing done twice for my condition, in addition to numerous other treatments). I am having a positive experience using 40% DMSO eye drops. I purchased from the DMSO store. I find I need much less commercial eye drops. I use the DMSO drops throughout the day. My eye care routine now is the DMSO eye drops, massage around the eye area to move the oil (here is a helpful video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50A1Wr8XrOU -which my dry eye doctor supports) and daily heated mask. I am very hopeful about the continued benefit of the DMSO drops.
With application topically, we use a small glass bottle with a roller ball, normally used with essential oils. It can be carried in your pocket even but makes it easy to accurately apply to an area or spot on face etc. Thank you AMD for the info on use.
I have just started using the DMSO from the DMSO store on Amazon at a 50/50 ratio of distilled water dmso. Doesn't sting on sun exposed skin. It does sting for about 30 seconds on unexposed skin. I haven't started using oral for my teeth which is next as My dentist has said I have periodontal disease.
I live in Denver and I'm having to self-medicate since I don't trust most. I never did receive the jab, only because the polio jab gave me such a hard time I am 68. I haven't had another jab of anything since the 60's lol.
But I do have a hip issue that comes and goes on my right side. So I apply the DMSO on the hip every night using my own Tallow lotion and I don't have the stinging on the hip when I do this application? Hopefully everyone will give their experiences with DMSO so that we have a good reason for RFK Jr to push.
For Tinnitis: This article mentions a study where a "spray" was used. Are you saying the ear and side of head was sprayed? How would DMSO be best applied for Tinnitis?
Thank you very much for your incredible articles! I'd like to try DMSO, and I saw your warning about contacts. If I remember correctly, the DMSO travels in the bloodstream and much of it settles in the eyes, so how long after I apply it topically (not near my eyes) can I safely use my contacts? Would it be safe to apply the DMSO at bedtime and put in my contacts in the morning?
I have used DMSO in a Nettie pot to clear my sinuses from a very bad sinus infection derived from flu. I had so much mucus coming out of my nose that the inside of the nose was just peeling and raw. It took quite a while to get better and I I use the DMSO in the ceramic Netty pot only maybe three or four times but it was very helpful and it was 70%just a few drops with water warm water. I will say this it burned like the Dickens going in, but other than that no problem and it seem to be successful.
In researching DMSO for tinnitus I came across this study of DMSO damage to cochlear hair cells at certain concentrations. I don't know how to use the info but you likely will.
I've had Tinnitus since I was 16 and realized the sound in my ears was not from the seashell I was listening to. Now -- at 85 -- nothing has changed but I'm intrigued with the idea that DSMO (recently purchased) might help but am unsure about how to use it. At 16, I decided I was listening to my blood circulating. The high-pitched whine, however, rules out that theory to my mind. I'm eager for any suggestions. Also -- I bought the cheapest DMSO on the Internet. Is this OK?
The opinions on that are mixed for it being applied directly to the eyes (some people think its a bad idea, others have reported no issue). When it's applied anywhere else besides to the eyes it is not an issue.
Where can I learn more about nebulized DMSO? We have concerns about the plastic components of nebulizer itself. My husband has used Albuterol for most of his life to manage "asthma" but he suspects he has chronic inflammation / scarring of his larynx and thinks DMSO could help.
Thank you so much for this valuable information. I am fascinated with DSMO’s possibilities. I have been experimenting on myself with topical cream (70%), when I added eye drops (20%) I noticed a wonderful mental sharpness and a feeling of easy energy. I have a 93 year old father with macular degeneration. He also has heart issues and takes Eloquis. Do you know about possible drug interactions? Also, my 93 year old mother has the beginning stages of dementia. Is the recommended application for dementia oral? Thanks for any help you can give.
I have come in via Pierre Kory on X in the nick of time I hope, as Husband prepares for cataracts surgery in the New Year. Glaucoma and cataracts managed so far on 2 meds but he really wants to try DMSO first and see if measurements change.
We have a bottle of 20% on its way.
QUESTION: Should he stop either of these for a few weeks or are there no drug clashes with DMSO to worry about?
Ganfort (Bimatoprost/timolol) and Dorzolamide (a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor) are his prescribed eye drops.
Is taking DMSO with hours space between these two other drops enough to protect from interactions?
It does mention checking with doctor re other sulfa medicines in the notes of Dorzalamide BUT we are between consultants at the moment and an unbiased response is unlikely.
Hi Good Dr. I'm a paid subscriber as I'm searching for help. I'm conscious of your time. I've ordered 70%Dmso and gel
Im unvaxed. For 15 mths have been experiencing ear and spasams in my head with various noices. Currently on Carbamazepine -2 weeks in. It just making symptoms slightly gentler, but I'm meant to increase dose to 400 mg....and never eat grapefruit- very strange. I'm not comfortable with this.
I feel my nerves have gone into Alarm mode. I'm waiting on another muscle relaxant cyclobenzabine...but still nervous about it.
My question is can I take dmso orally really after patch testing? I'm thinking about a teaspoon in juice? and rubbing gel on ears...head.
I don't know what caused my Tinnitis of 6 years morph into both ears, neck and jaw.
Could be mercury fillings.
I'm getting so worn out going to various specialist.
The neurologist thought possible Typewriter tinnitus ' nerve compression.
Also I will wait 2 weeks after stopping. Most mornings I wake up to suoerfast morse code which spasam around various place as above all day. 😌.
Can you also suggest I guide book that you are comfortable recommending?
I've been using DMSO and no matter the concentration, there is always the itching burning reaction. I can't imagine putting dmso into an ear canal and having to endure that. Any comment?
I have had nasal polyps restricting my breathing and ability to smell for over a decade (I am 29). Would DMSO applied in the nose or on top of it help reduce the inflammation? Should I compline it with another remedy together? I have a nasal spray bottle that I can use.
I have to say….started taking oral DSMO. My ear immediately after a spoonful of dsmo in my orange juice for a couple of hours. My right ear feels warm and tingling. Odd feeling.
Buy my ear ringing has disappeared. In only two days of oral DSMO.
Did anyone have a good experience using the DMSO eye drops that the website https://dmso.store/shop/ sells? Because its a bit of a pain making your own dmso saline mix and finding a safe dropper and bottle to use for it. Also which concentration should it be they sell 20% and 40%.
I have been using the 20% drop w/vit C for several days. I started at one or two drop in the am for 3 days and then have increased to twice a day. It burns like holy hell for about 30 seconds but then goes away and feels fine. What I really noticed was increased energy and clarity in thinking. Well worth it for me! I’m going to increase to the 40%. I wear mild glasses for distance and reading. Hoping to eliminate the need for glasses but the mental benefits are very worth continued investigation.
I do not know. There are mixed opinions on if you can apply it directly to the eyeballs in those cases (which is typically the most effective way to improve vision).
As mentioned in Amanda Vollmer's book "Healing with DMSO", there are certain plastics that are safe to use with DMSO and some that are not. The problem is that manufacturers that offer products in plastic containers don't say what kind they use. They might say "BPA Free" but that doesn't help.
Thanks for your work. I've been learning and using about DMSO for about 5 years. I usually don't go to doctors but at my wife's insistence, I got an eye exam and was come back in 2-3 years. Nothing found. Family history of glaucoma, she was worried that at 70, I might prudent to have a check up. I don't use my glasses for driving much any more also.
She, on the other hand, had cataract surgery and now is getting some kind of injection into her eye ball every couple on months. I don't think it's healthy and I know DMSO will help her. What I am not sure of is, will DMSO affect the cataract lens negatively?
I also appreciate this wealth of information. I’ve read that Lidocaine has nanotechnology in it, along with most dental anesthetics, if this helps anyone interested in using it for tinnitus.
One question. Could you please explain a little more about the differences between DMSO and MSM?
I've tried topical DMSO 70% for a month and still have skin irritations. I have osteoarthritis in my right knee.
As far as I know, MSM is an oxidized version of DMSO, but it seems easier to use. Is that correct? Or are there other considerations to take into account?
Hello! I am very excited to try DMSO for my mom's macular degeneration. I also want to try it for myself on my head for hair loss, I have tried everything else to no avail. However, my hair is dyed. Do I have to wait a certain period of time after it is dyed to apply the DMSO? I sure hope I can use it! thanks so much!
We are so blessed that we have doctors like yourself that are now able to help us achieve a greater understanding of medicine. I have known for at least twenty years that vaccines are bad. I followed Tenpenny and Laura Feder Keep it coming .
Hi there. Thank you again for your great work! I have a question about DMSO and perhaps a research project. I was telling my friend about your work DMSO and she said to be careful with it because it was a hormone disruptor. I don't recall seeing that in your work and was hoping you would comment on that.
I also just read a bit of research on the presence of hydrogen in the blood of the unvaxxed. He speculated it was there due to the massive increase in atmospheric spraying (chem trails) since last November. He ruled out the pcr test as a possible source. He was experimenting with several substances to clear them from the body and has been focusing on EDTA. I wondered about DMSO or MMS.
The article on Dr. Mercola's website brought me here. I have Nature's Gift liquid DMSO that is 99.9 percent pure (its in a plastic bottle, not glass) that I bought to mix with some Blue Emu for my wife's knee pain. However, the concept of using DMSO for the eyes was very fascinating to me. I have a high risk of glacoma due to type 2 diabetes and if applying DMSO to my eyes would help prevent that and even heal my vision to some extent, that would be awesome. So I'm clear, I'd get a glass eye dropper, purified water and a small amount of DMSO mixed together and then do a few drops in my eyes?
I bought DMSO and glass bottle with glass eye dropper which I boiled for 5 minutes. I also bought what I thought was sterile isotonic solution so I could mix up a bottle of eye drops.
Turns out what I received was eye wash…single use…which I must now throw away.
SOMEONE PLEASE RECOMMEND THE PROPER SOLUTION…brand name and where to buy.
I ordered some Natures Gift DMSO which came in a plastic bottle (red label) and said “sold as a solvent only”. I intend to use it topically, possibly orally and as eye drops. Is this ok to use?
I started using DMSO on injuries/inflammation based on your articles. At first I felt nothing but after a couple days of use I had relief. My problem now is that my family tells me I have bad breath - a smell they don’t recognize - kind of sour. I’d like to keep using dmso but don’t know if I want to be paranoid about my breath around other people. I have only used the dmso on my skin. Any thoughts on what’s going on, will it go away or how to treat it.
I purchased the Jacob Lab gel and liquid and it came in PLASTIC containers, NOT GLASS! So disappointed! And they haven't responded to my email about it. I don't want to use it.
Instead of calling yourself the abbreviated AMD, use the abbreviation I use, which is AMWDr. No confusion possible. :-)
I have noticed in the past several articles that the editing of the articles has begun to suffer. This article has many editing issues. My second suggestion is that perhaps you find someone who is exacting and who would be willing to edit your articles before publication to make sure there are no significant grammatical or word-choice issues.
You are doing amazing stuff. I'm not surprised that you are operating at over 100% of your capacity, but the good you are doing is *immense*. Strike while the iron is hot. :-)
Like I said, amazing. Or are you trying to make me feel guilty for complaining that the first half of the third sentence in the 14th paragraph of Section 6 of your latest article doesn't make sense? :-)))))))
The most recent two or three articles have had no issues. If I see something that is really unclear in the future, I may note it to you. However, at the moment it seems my concerns were either a one-off or have been dealt with. Thank you. :-)
This information is priceless! I have tried to keep up with saving all of this in one place. Would be awesome if you would put all this in a pdf for us... many like myself would be willing to pay for it, like a book!
I have vitreous gel detachment that is not improving. I've also had lasik surgery 20 years ago and have a corneal flap. Is DSMO safe for me and will it help? My research hasn't turned up anything.
It tastes best for me in good grape juice. Orange juice not so much. But I have experienced a big spike in energy since I started drinking it in juice near 2 weeks ago. Hope it continues. My knee pains lessened considerably by topical application. My husband just had a spot removed from his neck that was diagnosed melanoma. Very early stage and the doc will remove margin edges next week. Doc said it was about as early as it could be caught so that’s encouraging. How could I use DMSO on the area.?
MWD, I found this NIH study from 2021 while doing some research on DMSO for eye problems. It's possible you cited it already, and if so, I apologize for the double tap.
Thank you. I have been taking it for six weeks and although it has as yet had little effect on my rheumatoid arthritis, it has cleared my persistent eczema and has had a positive affect on my mood
Are you applying it to the rash? Or drinking? My mood has improved plus energy since drinking it. I had eczema once—it is NO FUN. Very glad it’s helped yours.
Thank you for replying, however I do not see that information in the bottom of the article. Is there a company link you can provide or the name of the brand or brands you might recommend?
There are a lot of options when purchasing DMSO. Of them, I believe these are the three best brands (which I’ve included links to purchase them):
•Jacob Lab (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.98% pure.
•Nature’s Gift (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.9% pure.
•The DMSO Store (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.995% pure.
Note: when buying liquid DMSO, it should always be sold in a glass container. Additionally, unless you feel confident you can dilute them correctly, get the 70% ones.
If you go to the article to where they are, there are links. I can't include links in comment.
What percentage of solution is recommend for the teeth? I recently had a tooth extraction and would like to swish dmso inside my mouth but am unsure of the dilution.
Thank you for continuing to provide such a comprehensive review of the literature as well as case studies supporting the use of DMSO. In regards to treating patients with HA/chronic migraine, I am curious whether applying DMSO topically to the head and neck in those who also receive scheduled Q10-12wk Botox injections for chronic migraine would change how the toxin attenuates migraine, whether decreasing its efficacy or duration of action. Do you have any idea about the interaction of DMSO and Botox? Thank you in advance for your help.
Will you be publishing the dosing and usage guidelines publicly? They were behind the paywalled portion when I went to read (I am now a paying subscriber).
Jacob lab is most likely selling them in DMSO resistant plastic, but since I can't guarantee the plastic DMSO is sold in is resistant, I said to only buy glass and only linked to glass ones.
The bottles are safe. They are HDPE high density polyethylene. This is the same material used to package food. It is compatible with DMSO. There is no leaching. We do offer DMSO in glass bottles. They also have a food grade polyethylene cap.
Only store DMSO in a polyethylene bottle, or a glass bottle with a polyethylene cap. Never store, or transfer DMSO into a glass bottle with a PVC lined cap.
I make my dilutions and store in a glass bottle. The lid is never in contact with the solution at the bottom. And I just use a metal measuring spoon with the lid off. I see no other way to have a mixture ready.
Your comment about using the gel form of DMSO explains why everything about me smelled like garlic for over 24 hrs. I thought I had gotten the concentration wrong. Sure did help my acute wrist strain with only one treatment. what strength of the gel do you recommend. Thanks for all you do
Hi. I scanned the comments, but I couldn't find a specific DMSO administration protocol DMSO for hearing loss or tinnitus.
What application method is suggested or has proven successful? Oral ingestion? Directly into ear with dropper? Around the outside of the ear canal with a Q-tip? Or something else?
I have to re read all of the articles to date to make sure I didn’t miss it but can you tell me if there is any concern with implanted medical devices or wiring interacting with dmso? Is there a danger of dmso leaching metals or other materials from these implants? A friend has a few wires in the cervical spine to stimulate a brain center for tremors and also has painful degenerative disk issues that dmso could help. I’ll re read but if you have research or can point me anywhere to answer this, I’d be very grateful.
According to TCM, the liver is connected to the eyes. My mother suffered from AMD and my suspicions was excessive use over the years of Tylenol or rather its main component, acetaminophen, which resulted in discovery of liver cirrhosis upon her death 3 years ago. Also noteworthy, was that she was an undiagnosed diabetic. I tried the DMSO w/ 40% vitamin C eyedrops for a while but to no avail. Pondering back as to why it didn't help much was due to her comorbidities.
Should one use liquid, or is gel ok for eyes? If mixed with the isotonic solution. Or do people simply dilute with any water? Have people reported stinging when they put in eyes?
Thank you for sharing. I wish I could get recommendations from Midwestern Doc or someone in healthcare industry. I don't know how to properly vet these companies. https://ufcbio.com/pages/about-us
I have purchased 99.995% DMSO and a gel with Frankincense in it as well. Both of them irritate the area around my sore knees. Is that normal. Am I using the DMSO correctly for arthritic knees?
I went to google and found both dmsostore and dmso.store. The prices varied, with dmso.store being a lot more and it had products made with DMSO I originally ordered from dmsostore through Amazon. Did I order the wrong DMSO?
Thank you AMD for all you do! I am anxious to get started on using dmso for tinnitus- but I’m worried about it dragging chemicals from my dyed hair into my body. if the dmso doesn’t get near my hair - is that okay? and, i’ve read that you should not drink alcohol (which i like an occasional wine/beer) while using DMSO and it’s unclear if they mean Never drink alcohol or waiting some time after application. any thoughts on the issue with alcohol?
It almost sounds too good to be true. seems to cure almost everything glaucoma and heart disorders. I will give it a try, seems to be a bit harder to get in the UK.
In terms of long term safety, is the recommendation to take this permanently? or cycling on and off or only when needed?
yeah, that was my first reaction too when I read MWD's first article on DMSO, almost too good to be true, but at the same time I knew that MWD wouldn't write about it if it weren't true. So it was like Christmas when you were a kid and Santa brought everything you ever wanted!
My sister-in-law has Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) and has been treated for years with infusions that are not really helping. Is it possible that UVBI or DMSO could help?
Thank you. The fact that tapering and subsequent withdrawal from Benzos can be hell for many years has been noted for years on user forums e.g. SurvivingAntidepressants, BenzoBuddies. Most users find withdrawal indistinguishable btw Benzo and AD.
Dr. Bryan Ardis has just published a book that says it has the, natural - I believe, remedies for vaxx injuries. You can find a video on Britghteon, from a couple days ago, where he speaks about his book.
Although I have used DMSO for arthritis I am a bit wary of using it in my eye(s). I was originally diagnosed with AMD but ultimately was found to have Central Serous Retinopathy. Have been seeing a retinal specialist for 2 years and he had hoped that the fluid behind my retina would gradually go away. It has seesawed between diminishinment of fluid to increase in fluid in these past 24 months.
I would like to learn more about how to use DMSO therapy for getting rid of the excess fluid behind my retina. BTW, my right eye is not affected, except for now having cataracts in both eyes at age 71.
Since it functions as a diuretic, it has a good shot of removing the fluid (as dose AC carbamide). To my knowledge, there's no published data on this application though.
THANK YOU so much for this post! If I could ask for a clarification: I am about to use DMSO 40% for the tinnitus I've had for a couple of years. I am uncertain if the suggestion to use also MMS1 is for tinnitus, or just for ear infections?
The liquid DMSO from Jacob’s comes in a plastic bottle, not glass. But since they are the experts, I assume it is a non-reactive plastic? It is a soft, flexible plastic, not at all like a water bottle.
Okay, thanks. I was hoping that DMSO could be applied topically. I stopped taking Symbicort several years ago as my asthma is almost non-existent...except when I get a cold and it gets down in my lungs where it takes weeks to clear.
I've used DMSO a few times for muscle pain in my back, but so far it hasn't done much. I'm wondering if applying CBD oil or tincture, and following it with DMSO would be safe?
Can I put dmso in an eye that has lasik? I’ve had one cataract surgery and am hoping I can avoid the other thru dmso if it can safely be used after lasik. My understanding is that it should not be applied in the eye with the false lens but perhaps I am mistaken.
The data isn't there, and I could see arguments in their direction, so I've told people if they have a false lens, not to directly apply DMSO to the eye (other routes are fine). I don't think it will cause any issues with a lasik eye but the only potential issue I could see is if it heals the eye that had lasik done on it and that causes the focusing to slightly change in that eye, but if I had to guess that won't happen.
I had my Lens blown out by radiation so I have implants. I can’t use DMSO in my eyes period, is that correct? I have macular degeneration in many of my family members and would love to use it for prevention. I do take it my mouth daily.
The website dmso.store has a couple of eye drop solutions listed. You have to become a $1 member to see the product information which I assume appease the American and Canadian health agencies.
Sounds complicated. I have a whoosh in one ear. I treat it like white noise at night. Pretty much ignorable during the day. I actually hear better out of that ear. I’ve just been able to not focus on it, but I wouldn’t mind it gone.
Do you have any experience or data about using DSMO in an enema? I already and it doesn't seem to irritate (I used a small amount maybe2 0 drops/1 ml 100%) DMSO) mixed with some medicine in both, a 150 ml coffee enema and 150 ml salty water enema, both checked to have a PH between 7 and 8) and no cramps or problems whatsoever but a very strong onset of symptoms of the medicine, despite using the about the same mount of medicine in water only before. In other words, mixing the medicine in 100% DSMO first, and then adding it to the 150 ml enema, seemed to have a much stronger effect of the medicine. As this medicine is expensive, I wonder if DMSO can be used as an amplifier and therefore getting the same effect with less medicine and therefore saving money. I am very aware of the dangers of mixing medicines with DMSO, especially in an irreversible enema, and I am extremely careful and do not recommend it to anyone that doesn't have vast experiences with enemas, like I do.
I am interested in your take on this.
Thank you for this great research.
I know you wrote about Chlorine Dioxide before but an even deeper dive into it would be probably very beneficial for humanity.
Another "forgotten medicine" I am using for almost ten years now with amazing success is "coffee enemas" and if you could research and write about that, I think that would benefit many people.
I used almost daily standard coffee enema protocols for the first 18 months and the rubbish that was expelled from my liver and intestines' was mind-blowing. And I was a very fit top athlete in my age group for bicycle racing and triathlon at the time and lived a pretty clean life. But the amount of small to walnut sized stones were in the thousands over that period. And then I "discharged" a fist sized tumor looking growth. I felt I detoxed my whole body over those 18 months. Nowadays I do mostly short coffee enemas (My invention) - 150 ml - which most of the time gets fully absorbed by the body and leaves me with a wonderful calm alert buzzing energy that last for hours (Not like the hyper and nervours energy from drinking coffee) . Also great before meditating. (Arabic Sufi meditators are credit ed with discovering and cultivating coffee). Anyway, there is a medical history of coffee enema going back to WW I when soldiers reportedly were cured from mustard poisoning by coffee enema) All this demands a proper research and couldn't think of a better person than yourselves.
Until this series I only occasionally used DSMO with MMS drops but immediately started using it a lot recently and so far have great success with it:
1. Life long lower back pain (which I assume was caused by a traumatic injury to my right testicle as a child) is almost complete gone despite working as a driver which is very bad for my back. I used it topically.
2. A haemorrhoid shrank to about 20% and stopped being uncomfortable at times
3. Feels good and restoring on my face where life-long sun lotion and/or sun burns damaged my skin with spots of small benign skin cancers. (About half of the spots are gone and the skin is less irritated and flaky)
Keep up the good work - very much appreciated. (Sorry have to run so excuse the spelling errors please)
"Note: to my knowledge, every route of administration for DMSO except intrarectally has been researched."
Most likely it would highly potentiate the medication. The basic issue on my end is that I am trying very hard not to overclaim things about DMSO (e.g., 80% of my thoughts on DMSO I am not going to put into writing because I can't back them up with data and I might be wrong or it might have negative side effects).
Regarding coffee enemas and gerson therapy; I think they are useful, but I find when they are used regularly rather than once in a while or as part of a specific protocol they can cause issues for people. Since a lot of people already know about them I haven't covered them.
Similarly with chlorine dioxide, I haven't written on it because a lot of other people already have and I'm trying to prioritize topics that aren't being discussed. Even though I produce a lot, each of these articles takes a lot out of me to get done so I have to be very judicious on what I focus on as anything I chose to cover entails not covering 10 other things I want to.
LOL...it's always like that isn't it? You start down the rabbit hole and find so many side tunnels, and want to explore them all, but just don't have the time. Story of my life.
Seems too good to be true! Had heard about this many years ago. The tinnitus I’ve had for well over 20+ years. Don’t remember what the sounds of silence sound like! Floaters are very annoying. Skin inflammation is a new one, allergy? Dermatitis? Don’t know. Have an allergy appt….but am so wary of the medical profession that work for health organizations. Thank you for your in-depth information.
Gut problems can cause rashes or skin disorders in all parts of the body. Caused eczema on my hands. I was having digestive issues at the time. But the whole thing is complicated. 🤷🏼♀️
Hi Doc. I have a shoulder replacement surgery coming up and oral opioids make me deathly ill. Have you come across any studies (or anecdotes) in which DMSO was mixed with micronized pain meds?
You need to read the entire article and not just go slathering something on without knowing what you are doing. If you can’t set aside 20 minutes to read and understand the article, then you shouldn’t be using it. Take the time. The doc takes the time to research and accurately report on these things, so be respectful of his time and use a little of your time to understand from your end. No one is so busy they can’t spare 20 minutes to read it. Sit on the toilet with a locked door or go for a walk and sit in a park. Get creative.
I read for 2-3 hours every day, but I’m horrendously slow & have to re-read over & over to comprehend.. Sorry, I just asked for a summary. Btw, I’ve been following this Substack for a year or two & have long since purchased the recommended products & brands, yet there’s so many ideas & approaches, I’m just very frustrated on what exactly to do for myself.. 😔🙏
I love bullet points but I’ve just figured I’m going to read all of these. I also need “the big picture “ of a subject which helps make the connections. They do connect after awhile.
Somehow after joining MWD and monetarily subscribing for a few months now I never downloaded the app. I didn’t even know and that’s why I can’t edit or like. Tech and me are iffy at best. 🤣
the Q about use of dmso with tatoos brings to mind something i have been considering: nearly all of us have been subjected to some toxicity, either recently or way in the past, examples childhood vaccines or mercury fillings, even if removed long ago. So i can't help but ponder how dmso might interact with such toxins that might be sequestered in bodily tissues.
Esp since the whole tattoo thing is so toxic. Which begs the question - can you use DMSO at all with all that gunk injected all over the skin? Wonder if applying DMSO anywhere on the body, not just in the area of a tatoo (or taking internally), would pull the tattoo gunk into the body even moreso as the DMSO is circulating throughout. Logically, it seems people with that toxic tatoo "stuff" on them would do better to avoid it's use, esp now that so much is known about how bad it is.
I agree. My D i L is a tattoo artist (or was) and she has some tattoos. I would love to have her use dmso for her migraines that she can’t rid of, but am very leery even though no tattoos on her neck or head. She is fed up with Drs.
As are many of us. I finally fired my pain management and my arthritis docs. Between the DMSO/CBD salves and daily fruit smoothies, they do more for my pain than any of that junk they try to prescribe me. Not to mention the INSANE prices of their office visits.
Good for you! Unless I break some bones I don’t know why I would go. I can look up what or how they will treat and know that’s not for me. Most problems I have had are med side effects. Yeah prices are pretty high.
Might be better using castor oil which is super moisturising but is more about pulling things out than dragging things in. My partner's tattooist reckoned tattoos fade because the colours settle in rather than slough off. I'd say it was both, evidenced by the short life span of hand tatts and also the next time we saw Yewsittipan he was selling espresso hahaha
Well they do extract it from the beans with solvents and there ends my narcissistic headline knowledge of castor oil. For all things castor oil you need queen Barbara O'Neil. If you're asking if that would also ruin the tattoo I expect so. I see them as being like asbestos, leave them be and hopefully they won't kill you.
Be aware that the colors in tattoos sometimes come from toxic heavy metals. Some inks have cadmium, mercury, lead, antimony, beryllium, chromium, cobalt, nickel, or arsenic. In the worst case, bringing those deeper into the body could cause debilitating conditions.
Black tattoo ink might be the safest, but I can't guarantee it.
Put drops of it directly against your ear drum while lying on your side and give it about 10-15 minutes to go in before switching to the other side. You will have to figure out the concentration you tolerate, but I would start at a low one and build up.
I'm using the same brand as that's what's available on Amazon in Australia without breaking a bank on shipping charges of other brands from US. I find the Heiltropfen effective, as since I started applying it immediately after the publication of the first article many of the conditions I tackled with it to start with, have significantly improved and some completely resolved.
Because of your articles….I started using DMSO with aloe, a roll on, and my fingers are straightening out, matching the size of my fingers on the non affected hand! Even Heberden nodes are shrinking….im taking pictures as proof if you’re interested! I developed this condition when I started lifting kettle bell weights for osteoporosis, I don’t do drugs after watching my mom suffer, while I didn’t have much arthritic pain, my fingers were deformed. For years…it’s a miracle! Thank you thank you thank you!
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AMD, you simply are AMAZING! I so appreciate you. WE so appreciate you!
I got quite a few angry emails like this: "U go on and on but never give a final solution.
Bad writing. Very frustrating" : (
when I read angry comments directed at you, **I** get angry!
I like it when you go on and on :-) If I want to skip over some of it and come back to it later, I will do that. Your thoroughness is much appreciated. It's still astounding to me how prolific you are as a writer, and how you have the time to do the writing AND the research AND see patients, I guess I shouldn't be surprised when someone accuses you of being more than one person. (Still makes me angry because it seemed like an attack ;-)
God bless you and many many thanks!
When I write these, I try to pre-empt the common questions I will get (but as you can see from the comments here I missed the "what if you had lens surgery already" one) and also to address the caveats and nuances you need to properly understand the subject and not get stuck when you try to understand the subject yourself. I'm cognizant of how I figure things out, so the places where I could have gotten stuck at jump out at me so I basically try to avoid having other people run into the same issue when exploring the topic...but that is not the typical depth people are used to. I also try to really compress the information so the key concepts are there and people have the option to look deeper into them if they care...but still such a hard balance to get right.
I would guess that most of us think you hit that balance perfectly!
A variation on an old saying: You can please all of the people most of the time, and most of the people all of the time, but you can't please all of the people all of the time.
Thanks so much for all you have done. You are amazing!
I thoroughly enjoy and am challenged by your writings. I follow your logic, preempting of where people may stumble. I have used that style of educating and communicating for many, many years. I have noted personally that folks general acceptance of the knowledge I share has diminished. I am glad to find many others that appreciate your wisdom and generosity.
I am hoping you will see this response to your comment. I would like to know how you would use DMSO for glaucoma. Glaucoma seems almost like an orphan disease. My current theory is not inflammation, but parasites or just plain tension. Not sure what DMSO and/or chlorine dioxide could do.
You got it right!
Your writing is not only informative but calming to me as I read it. So grateful I read Dr .Kory where he mentioned you . Thank you and bless you.🙏🏻🌻
AMD, my friend has been unsuccessfully treated for inflammation of her lower eyelid. The dr isn’t even sure what it is, something like a stye but bigger and worsening, even with pharma salves and drugs. No surprise there. I’ve recommended DMSO, but she’s hesitant, as a google article (that font of truth) said it shouldn’t be used on eyelids because it could irritate. I am thinking a 30% solution, 1 drop per day. Any thoughts on her concern or my reco?
I find it fascinating (sarc) when I read comments along the lines of "write shorter, dumb it down" and frequently itch to ask those commentators if they ever read a book. Please, continue writing as you do, don't let anyone sway you to do otherwise. Your articles are the best resource I've come across in years!!! So much valuable information, so many linked sources, you are amazing!
I think it's already dumbed down plenty. Some people don't want to be bothered looking up words they don't know. I've read more than a few medical papers, and AMD's stuff is not nearly as difficult to read.
I try to simplify the language as much as possible
I appreciate all the documentation. But, at the end of segments it would be good to know real methods or processes to use at home. It's not on the container (ha!). Reading between the lines is uncomfortable.
Regarding sinus issues. Is it as simple as a 50% dmso in saline water with a neti pot?
I feel the same. I eagerly await every article from you and try to implement several ideas. In the meantime, I haven't gone to a doctor in 3 years and hope to stay far away from them.
Agreed!!!!!!
I simply hold onto your articles until I have time to read them. I especially like the background and history behind the topics. Like Darlene Lessing, I think many are accustomed to the Cliff Notes version of everything and don't have the interest or patience to read deeper information. Don't change!
I'm going to print all the DMSO articles out and put them in a binder, for just in case. My memory isn't what it was, and I like hard copies.
Wouldn’t it be great to have all the articles on one subject (e.g. DMSO) gathered up into an actual book, which would be immune to power cuts or loss of Internet? It wouldn’t need to be edited, just gather the articles together and slap a basic cover on them. Just a suggestion for AMD! :-)
Me too. Such a great idea.❤️
Hard co pies rock. You can mark on the m and make notes =:-)
Yep. And they still ‘work’ during a power cut!
(Tip to preppers I never see mentioned - make prints of your favourite pictures of loved ones.)
Please compile all these articles into a book, with a topical index in the back. We need this!!
I will too. My AMD library!!!
It would be nice if AMD would sell a PDF that we can download and print with some sort of appendix and such.
Me too. I put them into a email folder and read as I please. However, I’m doing the deep dive into DMSO right now. So many ways this may help. Due to me, my husband is using IVM and fenbendazole for his early diagnosed bladder cancer. He will refuse chemo.
Good luck‼️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Doc, people want the easy part first (human nature). They want the bottom line without being educated. It’s Important to know why they are doing something and how it works first.
I am quite enjoying all the details. I have a notebook(the real kind made of paper 😆) and I take notes. As I get older I love learning. Class is in session. 🧐
Making your own notes is a good way of understanding and retaining information (even if you never look at your notes again).
If your articles were shorter without all your research and history people would complain they were not getting their money’s worth.🤷♀️ I think the subscriber rate is a steal for all the information you give. People are hungry for it.💯
Ignore them! They come from those people that can’t read a classic like Les Miserables because it “takes too long,” but miss out on an incredible story of redemption and forgiveness unlike any other they will ever read. Their loss I say!
and one more thing. I see you comment on almost every post. That is priceless.❤️
I have had that feeling some times. But in this case, you are telling us how to use DMSO, for example. That is a final solution. Sometimes I have missed a recommendation, for example regarding childhood vaccines (takes this one, do not take this one), but I think it is not that simple, for example it depends in your circumstances. And actually I would haven't followed it, I want to research and contrast. Other example, zeta potential; perhaps something like "if you want to improve your zeta potential do this". Or "if you want to try a simple and safe approach to zeta potential enhancement do this". But, your articles are super-awesome.
AMD has an article with instructions on how to improve zeta potential here: https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/p/how-to-improve-zeta-potential-and
Good heavens. What are these articles if not explicit, concise, well-researched solutions?? (!)
Thanks Doc you are doing a great service to many…
Lots of lazy people…
In today’s world you have to educate yourself on vital topics. Sorry to say trusting the establishment is not something we can do anymore. God, family, self (or health of self and loved ones) and Freedom… Health and or Diet should be pretty high on your priority.
People need to understand an intention or desire based in love, forms or shapes the action. Then your end results are good.
Good way to see the difference even in politics and who to vote for..
Thanks again for your wisdom Doc…
Sincerely 😜
If they are only reading that, they are missing what’s important. Not much you can do about those. They see too many trees.
I'm sorry. Many people don't have the capacity to handle complex and gray; they want/need everything to be black and white, and over simplistic. I am just puzzled why they subscribed to you.
You keep doing you. Please!
I have a co-worker who was just diagnosed with stage 4 Cirrhosis ( not from alcohol use). She has never used alcohol. Also diagnosed with diabetes. We live in Lake county California. In the mountains above Sacramento. If you know of any doctor anywhere near us that you could recommend that might use DMSO to help her, please advise. Thank you so much for you articles and God bless you for all your work. I got rid of 3 skin cancers on my forehead with DMSO after reading your articles. My husband is using the liquid on his finger and toe nails to get rid of a horrible fungas he has had since high school. His nails are finally growing back and we are both 77 yrs old. So he has had it for a very long time. Many blessings to you.
Add me to the list of folks who really appreciate all you do! No matter what you do, some folks will be upset. If they can not take the time to educate themselves about their own health when the info is provided to easily read (yes this does take some time), I don't see how anyone else can help them more.
I read every word of every article, and a lot of the comments. AMD provides indispensable information.
To certain extent, covid was a blessing in disguise. For example, thanks to it I now know where my son's eccema comes from. I would have never considered a vaccine as the trigger, even though it started the day after!
I agree, a lot. Went from being a rube who shook in fear at doctor's bills and never got healthier to digging up 100 year old papers and finding more success myself for various conditions based on AMD's hints and explanations.
I agree 💯%. COVID showed us how corrupt many of our institutions really are. It made me question things that 5 years ago I would have never thought about. I spent over 35 years in the medical profession and my eyes were really opened. BUT I am excited about the changes I am seeing and the conversations that are now being had about alternative medicine, nutrition, the threat of big pharma,big government etc. I am so thankful for Substacks like these.❤️
Same! I went from being vaguely suspicious to never wanting another vaccine again and finding all sorts of alternative therapies from people such as AMD!
They have inadvertently woken people up - myself included.
I agree. I was suspicious for about a decade, but the shattering truth opened my eyes during Covid. I am doctoring myself.
I agree also. Though it was a weird time, I think incredible blessings outshone the bad that came from COVID, the vaccines aside however. They are causing incredible harm. But so much has come out and changed since COVID. Our country is entirely different then it was 4 years ago and I believe for the better. We have many battles still to fight, but are getting there!
Yup, to some extent - most stupid folks who took a shot died or will die soon. We wiil live live in a wiser human community.
Thank you for this post! I’m an Ent surgeon, and managing sinusitis is a big part of my practice. For years, we have used the netti pot to deliver topical steroids and antibiotics to the sinuses - effective without the risk profile of oral meds. I’m really intrigued to incorporate DMSO into these regimens and as a stand alone!
I would love to know your other thoughts on this, especially using it to bring anesthesia into the tympanic membrane. I did my best to get give or take everything that had been published on this topic, so bringing it beyond that will require creative physicians to explore the possibilities!
Thank you so much for the info. I will certainly dive into this area, and report back!
In the first article I linked to all the studies I found on combining DMSO with local anesthetics.
I had 2 years of terrible sinus infections. My ent gave me prednisone and strong antibiotics only periodically. MY DENTIST found the smoldering infection and final abscess in an old root canal right below my sinus cavity. It was cleaned out and removed. I never had another sinus problem and that was 2011. Docs are so often in their own echo chamber of specialty. Haven’t even had a “cold” since 2017 contracted on a tour to Alaska.
I've had at least 500 sinus infections in my life, including about 10 surgeries in the 90's. Found out at 35 after being disabled for 10 years that it had all been from mold. Just recently at 60, after being sick half my life, including cancer from the vax, was diagnosed with a "genetic" immune deficiency where I don't make antibodies to bacteria that cause these infections. One of my surgeries was jaw surgery in my 20's to fix my jaws that grew poorly because of the infections, and that caused damage, low blood flow, and some upper front teeth to die. I am finally removing these old really infected root canal teeth which have super long roots and my sinuses wrap around them. I did one last week, and will do 3 more next month. I'm hoping for good luck like yours so I can spend my next 20 years healthier than my first 60.
Just wanted to suggest that others see a biologic dentist if possible to remove them. Regular dentists often don't remove the ligament, which causes infection. And biologic will scrape the dead bone, clean with ozone, and use prf for better healing.
Let us know how it goes and how you the administered dose.
I'm presently experimenting with DMSO to help with what U think is a cold or sinus infection using a Neil Med bottle (plastic is bpa free and safe to use). I make a saline solution in 8 oz distilled water of 1/8 tsp salt, 1/16 tsp baking soda, 4 drops GSE, and 1/4 tsp xylitol. To this solution, which I've used anytime I'm sick I have sometimes added colloidal silver but I ran out. So instead, I'm using 30 drops of pure DMSO. It has definitely improved congestion. I might be able to tolerate more for greater effect. This is based on what I read in Amandha Vollmer's book. Thoughts?
AMD - if Trump wins and he appoints RFKjr as health czar, RFKjr should have you as a special consultant! After decades of suppression, this election and RFKjr may open the windows and let the light of truth shine in - with you!
That will be awesome!
YES!!!!!
Yes, yes, yes!!
💯🇺🇸💯🇺🇸
Send his link to RFKJr!
I would call my spouse and I aging athletes. We're plagued with bothersome muscular/ skeletal issues in a variety of places... back, hips, ankles wrists, fingers. All from spills, accidents, repetitive use, surgeries (knee, back).
We got a gallon from the dmso store, which comes in a plastic container. Thinking of decanting it to a beer growler we just got for this purpose. Is the container of this specific product really a problem?
Anyhow, we've painted a 70%solution over every nagging spot we can for the last three days.
Yes, it's a little itchy/prickly. Subsides in about 20 minutes. Some noticeable small relief, and we'll be continuing this journey.
I am a habitual napper. The last two days I've had a nap from which I could not awaken. Positively pinned to the bed. Could this be a side effect of the dmso? I was literally knocked out. Great nap though.
I'm trying to get off meloxicam (hip), hoping to avoid surgery. I am hopeful.
Also, the dry macular degeneration application is extremely intriguing. I'll have to ponder this as it is a scary thought to take this step. Newly diagnosed. That said, I'm not sure I trust the eye doc... his practice seems like a mill. I had no idea I had this issue, I was there as a new patient to upgrade my glasses script. Gut punch. After they dilated my eyes, for a few weeks after I had black holes in my center vision at night, which eventually went away. 6 mos later, checkup, dilation, same black holes at night for a few weeks, again, gone in a few weeks. Never had this before visiting this doc.
Really bothers me. Is dilation harmful?
I'm really distrustful of all docs these days, especially after the whole Covid debacle. Yes I was one of those who had delta, hospitalized and recommended for remdesivir and intubation. The ER doc literally screamed at me for challenging his rx. It was frightening and humiliating. Since I read you and a multitude of others on this topic, I fled the hospital and pretty much took care of my own situation with an o2 concentrator and nebulized budesinide at home. (Unvaxxed). Recovery was long, and I've never gotten back to my former athletic performance. I've had arthritic flare ups in multiple joints since then and I'm really wondering if Covid itself hasn't caused some serious lingering inflammation issues.
These creeps literally tried to kill me. I'll never forget.
Thanks for this series, (and all the others). I really appreciate your efforts and diligence. You may single-handedly restore faith in the medical field.
Unless you are very sensitive, most of the side effects from dilating eyes should be gone by the next day, so the main issues are things like being sure to not drive the same day.
"Is the container of this specific product really a problem?"
If your beer growler is glass it should be fine. If it's like copper or something it can cause the DMSO to darken. Also keep in mind that the freezing point of 100% DMSO is only 66 degrees F which has caused a few logistical headaches in the comment section already so don't fill it to the brim, as with anything you are concerned with expanding when frozen.
"Although the data indicate that DMSO has a very low level of corrosivity, the product does darken considerably when exposed to mild steel, copper, brass, lead or zinc for long periods. Therefore, if color and purity are prime considerations, 304 or 316 stainless steel or aluminum are recommended metals of construction. Plant experience has shown that more than a 10-year life can be expected with stainless steel equipment under continuous exposure to DMSO-water solutions. Corrosion data on DMSO-water systems are shown in the following table."
Donna, i tried Bryan Ardis' nicotine protocol for remaining "long covid" symptoms:
https://thedrardisshow.com/the-antidote
using a total of 26mg nicotine divided into 5 doses within 11 days, ending 9/21/24. I didn't notice any benefit. Then i started using DMSO on 9/24, applying some almost daily.
On 9/29/24 i noticed my sense of smell was much better and so was my sense of taste! I had completely lost those senses in August 2022 but had done a lot of essential oil inhalation therapy which restored my smell and taste back then. I thought it was at least 95% restored. But it wasn't, and i only realized this after using the nicotine patch and the DMSO. Not sure if it was just a delayed reaction from the nic patches, or if the subsequent dmso helped too.
Dear Yantra,
My father has lost his smell and taste from Covid and it's been over a year now.
Can I ask how much and how you used the DMSO? Did you put it on your face or take it internally? I would appreciate as much details as possible so that I can pass the information on to my father.
Thank you so very much
Camie
well Camie, i really don't know if it was the dmso at all - i actually think it was more likely the nicotine patches as described above, perhaps potentiated by the dmso, tho i think MWD may have mentioned somewhere that dmso has temporarily restored smell or taste in some cases. But as far as i can tell, this latest improvement is not temporary. I used a total of one and one quarter 21mg nicotine patches within 11 days. Then a few days later i put dmso on my back/hip for a few days (i stopped due to unpleasant headaches). I used in total maybe a teaspoon of 99% dmso, diluted 50%, then 66%. Never took internally. I am not at all into any drugs, so was hesitant to try the nicotine patch, but eventually did anyway and was pretty amazed at what it seems to have done. I watched Dr. Ardis's video very carefully first: https://thedrardisshow.com/the-antidote. If your dad is not open to that, i would be happy to share my experience with essential oil inhalation therapy, which went a long way towards repairing my senses of smell and taste. I think it may work on the same principle as the nicotine - knocking the covid gunk - whatever it is - off of the Nicotinic acetylcholine receptors found throughout our bodies. But apparently the nicotine did a more thorough job, and in WAY less time.
Thank you so much for replying and sharing all this very useful information.
I will get him on the patch and essential oils and DMSO and try to cover all the bases. Have a wonderful weekend and thank you again.
Donna, I was also subjected to hospital covid protocols for delta in Dec.21. Took 2 days of Remdesivir (refused more), unvaxxed, on ventilator 35 days. Praise God we survived! Also very distrustful of doctors now. Sadly, we are deep in the weeds of doctors and big pharma because our 17 yo unvaxxed (for covid) daughter was just diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma...
i wonder about the dilation drops too. it felt like a bad very strange drug in my eyes and head, and then the bright clinic lights temporarily blinded me. Difficult driving home too. I don't think i will allow it again; there doesn't seem to be medical concern about how toxic it is, though i didn't have the after effects you mentioned thank God. That sounds scary. Good for you escaping the hospital "treatment" for delta!!!
AMD, you, Dr. M and RFK, Jr. are my super heroes. I have learned so much. My family is following a great deal of what I've learned. I really feel the information about vaccines saved my parent's lives. Please don't simplify your articles. I appreciate the level of detail in your articles. I pray for you all, asking God to protect you and give you strength to continue this work.
I have to do long one and then follow with a simplified short one that references back to the long one.
I need the information from these DMSO articles in a booklet form. Please consider making a book or booklet on DMSO.
Thanks for your great work!
Can't do those until all the parts are written!
The zeta potential series as a booklet would be good too!
There are a number of books about DMSO that you can purchase at the link below (I have no affiliation with them): https://www.dmsocanada.com/books
There are at least 3 books on Amazon
Yes. And it would very great to print out these substacks. I assume it's a copyright protection.
Regarding the closing statements to this article, please refer to a recent article by Jeffrey Tucker named, 'The Paradigm Shift Is Here'. Roughly, it says that after there builds a sufficient discontent with the "accepted" expert dialog and behaviour, we come to question everything accepted as being true, and look for replacement dialog and systems. I think it is what we are witnessing now, especially in terms of what you write.
Thank you for your amazing work. Your articles are a mix of great writing and tight research. 🙏
Big thanks for the DMSO articles!!!! I've used DMSO on myself for years! Horse owner. I use to ride long distance events and rode with an Army emergency doctor, she was the one person that recommended DMSO for sore muscles, people that is, horses also. The only caveat she told me was to be carful using it with other "stuff" on my skin, apply it to clean skin. DMSO relieves my muscle soreness way faster than anything, no more need to use NSAID's! I've recently acquired Tinnitus after a sinus infection, I'm going to try using DMSO in my ears to see if it will help. I'll let you know!
Did it work for your tinnitus??
No it did not unfortunately. I'm going to try MMS.
Can u clarify what MMS is please?
Sharing some recent findings. I’ve had eye issues for about one year. Tried MMS and DMSO 20% and 40% strengths eye drop protocols but each time the issue would come back. I was told blufferitis was the issue or dry eye. My eyes had constant drainage that impacted my vision. Not until I took Dr. Mercola double strength Krill oil (omega 3) did I notice it finally clearing up. However, interestingly, I’ve taken omega 3 before and it did not do anything.
So whats interesting is along the same time I started the omega 3, I’ve been using the roller DMSO 99% grade described in an earlier post for a varicose vein on my leg. Getting great results. Not totally gone but no longer protracting and the color is fading. Well, the other night I had an onset of frozen shoulder. I know as I’ve had it 2x before. I took a heating pad to it, massaged it, added magnesium oil and DMSO. Shoulder turned red and blotchy which was a new side effect for me but heard the magnesium oil could help break down the calcification. Either way, the deep dull aching pain went away with in the next hour. 2 days later still no pain. By the way, my eyes are feeling fantastic. Wondering about the combo of omega 3 and DMSO.
I forgot to comment on this earlier, but why that works makes sense to me.
Oh man alive, I was pleased to read of your “roller 99% DMSO” helping a varicose vein. .. & plan to try same! Although I have been using drops & spreading with my hand ( my home made 70/30 solution ). It seems to be helping a lessen a beginning Dupuytren’s contracture in my hand! Not sure if helping varicose veins, so am eager to try what you wrote about! Thanks!! Kind of exciting, if you ask me!!❤️🙏
I accidentally found that it does shrink varicose veins. I have one near the area U was transferring for hip pain. I noticed it was diminishing. I haven't needed DMSO for that area lately so I've been forgetting to continue treating that vein. It has a ways to go so I would assume I'd need to be fairly consistent for several months or a year or more. I would say go for it but be prepared to treat it for awhile.
You use the MMS in your eyes with the DMSO, or do you take the MMS by mouth and use the DMSO drops?
No I used the DMSO on the back of my calf. So, I tried using 40% in my eyes with no relief but when I used 99% on my calf it worked. It’s all the same as it goes directly into your blood stream. Hope this helps. Varicose vein is still there but very faint after 3 weeks 1x a day.
Fascinating. I have blepharitis as well, a chronic, incurable (I'm told) always lurking eye infection. I may need to try this! Thank you
Wow. Finally a medical doctor I can respect. I’m looking forward to reading more of your work. Docs like you are going to be the rockstars of the future. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
To recapitulate: If purchasing a bottle of 99-percent liquid DMSO solution, would the following dilution instructions be acceptable? And does the water need to be distilled?
To achieve approximately a 25 percent DMSO solution, mix 1 part DMSO with 3 parts water
To achieve approximately a 50 percent DMSO solution, mix 1 part DMSO with 1 part water
To achieve approximately a 70 percent DMSO solution, mix 2 parts DMSO with 1 part water
For example, to achieve a 25 percent DMSO solution, you could mix 1 Tablespoon (of 99-percent DMSO liquid) with 3 Tablespoons of water?
Correct
thank you!!!
Hi Doc!
I’ve heard DMSO *may* help with weight loss somehow. Have you heard anything on that?
I’ve been using Dr. Jacob’s 25% DMSO for about a week now for a rather persistent asthma irritation I was undergoing along with almost constant heart palpitations which came out of nowhere, could be caffeine related. I’ve just been slathering a bit over my chest area, but is there a certain amount of gel to use for good effect? What is too much gel on the skin? I’ve been using probably two quarter-sized amount on my chest area and have felt a marked improvement to my asthma! To where I went from using my inhaler more than I have in awhile and taking quercitin(recommended by my naturopath) with very little relief to now using nothing but DMSO and feeling like my chest has opened entirely and I can take entire deep breaths! I went on a walk this morning and cruised up rather steep hills without barely any increase in my respirations! That never happens. Usually I’m huffing and puffing and my chest is super tight. The palpitations have also disappeared. I have noticed however, that the best relief comes from applying it in the morning after a shower and at night before going to bed. It seems the two doses help best. Will asthma be ever “cured” with DMSO, or will I have to keep doing this the rest of my life? Has it been shown to actually resolve asthma have you seen in your research?
Please keep doing what you’re doing exactly how you are doing! I find I can’t read your articles all in one sitting, but each paragraph is a treasure and a gold mine of information that I don’t mind going back and reading as I go along.
One thing that may help is a chart of sorts that pulls together a brief overview of what something like DMSO treats, how it treats it, and how to administer it. Like a quick reference guide after reading the long form so you can quickly and easily find the pertinent information for dosing or looking up what can be treated with DMSO.
Thanks again Doc! You are an incredible blessing!
I will do that once the entire series is completed. The problem basically is that everything I'm writing here is predicated on something else and creates questions/holes if I don't mention something else, so I tried to sequence this in the best way I could but simultaneously there still is a lot that can't get done until every part is out. That said, I'm not receiving all that many questions, so I think the order I went with was pretty good : )
Yes! It’s been great! I’ve had to read it a couple times, just to understand what it’s all about mostly. And once you understand a “cheat sheet” of sorts would be great! I think people need to understand first though, so the info is perfect.
Perfect order. Yeah, if it could help with insulin resistance and weight loss it would be just about perfect. 😀LOL.
I was not sure about vaccines before the Big Overreach but I'm damn sure now. And I suspect Andrew Wakefield has been thoroughly "rehabilitated" in the minds of millions, while we clearly see the creatures the MSM sanctified, like Fauci and the NZ PM, as the authoritarians, criminals and enemies of humanity that they are. Fauci, of course, heads a select all-star cast of some of the worst people in history.
about your name - that's why i chose to refer to you as MWD rather than AMD (:
DMSO made my sciatica 90-95% better! Thanks for your writing
Great information. Thanks so much!
How did you use DMSO for sciatica? Been suffering from it for awhile.
I also have had success with using it for sciatica & SI joint issues. It took a bit of time and some trial and error. I first used a 70/30 DMSO/aloe vera mixture and found some relief. The key is to apply over a wide area surrounding the area where it hurts. Let it dry before covering the area with clothing. What I find really feels amazing is using 80% solution with peppermint oil. It's 10 drops of the 80% solution to 1 drop peppermint oil. Also, I used a 4% lidocaine cream initially to help with irritation. I think you could try 70% solution of DMSO with the peppermint oil to get started. I purchased the glass roller ball mini bottles from the DMSO Store to make the peppermint & DMSO mixture and apply it more easily. Also you can make your own magnesium oil from distilled water and magnesium chloride flakes. I use 1/2 cup water to 1/2 cup flakes.
Thank you for this article! I found an online tone generator at https://www.szynalski.com/tone-generator/ that could help doctors and patients identify the tone that someone suffering from tinnitus might be hearing.
Wow. Thanks. Hoping I can find some relief. My bottle comes Monday.
Thank you for this!!
I need to make a correction to an earlier post. I thought it was the DMSO (3ml/day) that was making me feel sick, as I'm intolerant to a lot of chemicals, but embarrassingly enough, It turned out to be my diet. I need to eat way more fruit, and way less starch. Soon as I'm back to normal, I'll try again.
Come on now. Y'all really gonna use horse paste ? ;)
Yup. :). I just bought DMSO gel in the horse department of my local Tractor Supply. Where I got my horse paste. Excuse me, while I go out and feed my imaginary horse. ☺️,
I just wanted to say thank you for these articles. I mean really everything. I’ve subscribed for quite a while now. You provide such value to us.
Wanted to share that two days ago, I pulled a muscle in my hip while wrestling my dog into the bath. Since reading these articles, I had purchased some DMSO and had success treating fire ant bites with it. (The venom really eats away at the skin and takes forever to heal)
I immediately applied it to the affected area, later I mixed it with curcumin and PEA. two applications of that mixture and my pain was gone. I have been doing red light therapy as well, but that was a very powerful reaction feeling the pain melt away.
Very awesome. All I can say is that I hope all I have read over the last few months is put into a book soon. I have a feeling major medical censorship is headed our way. Doc, with all of your contacts I am sure you could line this up at some point. Thank you so very much.
I just have to write all the parts of it first!
I'm going to start printing them. Censorship is real.
Do you know the process for printing from substack?
I just print every article to pdf from my web browser and save the pdf files on my computer. Then I can print the pdfs if I want and I can also easily search all of the articles for keywords as well since I keep them all in one folder.
I just tried it on the computer... you need to click "view publication" from the three dots menu in upper right corner and and then type cmnd - P!!
I’m going to try and save in Appl,e books app. I have a lot there. Then will try and print. I believe I’ve done that before.
I'm away from home so can't try it out yet.
I am so grateful for what you are bringing us along with the hope this whole system is changing. Thanks to you, AMD, I can help myself and others get better help. God bless you.
Thank you for all these great posts on DMSO! All I want for Christmas is for you to do a deep-dive on whether there is any reason at all that DMSO is better than MSM, which is what I use in my practice. I already sent this to Santa, but figured it would make sense to notify you more directly. Thanks in advance!
My view is that some of the benefits from DMSO come from the MSM it produces but many do not. If you use MSM in practice, it should be clear which of the things I've attributed to DMSO you cannot get with MSM.
I will start incorporating DMSO and see how well it works compared to MSM, and let you know.
Just fascinating information on DMSO. I am keenly interested as I have floaters in my eyes that can best be described as blurry windshield wipers that move in the opposite direction as I move my eyes left to right.
On my last visit to the ophthalmologist earlier this year, he did not see any macular degeneration. On my next visit, I will ask about DMSO. But, will he be supportive or just another doctor that is part of the machine?
I would be shocked if he would even know about it let alone use it.
I wrote this ophthalmologist a few days before my visit on Thursday and asked about DMSO. He did not even address my DMSO question.
I asked about taking supplements (e.g., Lutein), and this arrogant prick gets annoyed. I'm not sure if he thinks I think that supplements will make my floaters go away, but I was only asking for general eye health (while he had one foot out of the office door to go to the next patient).
So, since he didn't address my question about DMSO, I can't even say if he's heard about it.
I ordered some 20% DMSO solution earlier this week from Canada, so I am eagerly awaiting delivery. I hope they help my eyes and my coming cataracts (which I've heard for 20+ years), but now I hope these drops help so I can figuratively rub it in his face.
Same problem, complicated by having an artificial lens in one eye from cataract surgery
Thanks doctor, I am loving this series.
I have a few conditions that DMSO will be useful for and I have friends and family who I believe could really benefit if they were a bit more open minded.
It's hard to believe such a great thing exists yet has been suppressed for so long.
Thank you. I was unsure how I might source DMSO. Having to circumvent our FDA, ( entire Federal health care system for that matter ), for health care is telling.
indeed it is. Knowing that the FDA has worked FOR Pharma and AGAINST the health of the American people since the 1960's is infuriating to say the least. But knowledge is power and now with this knowledge we can take our own health into our own hands, and tell the FDA where they can go.
Do you think DMSO might have been effective in treating Steve Kirsch’s recent eye situation? Especially given that not only does it dissolve clots, but also has preservative effects on healthy cells/tissues?
(Btw, I completely understand if you wish not to comment publicly on Steve’s condition).
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Thanks for your amazing work. Please take solace that for every one person who gives you a hard time, I’m sure that there are at least 20 people who you have helped make their quality of life remarkably better. … We are threat-detecting animals, who survived based on our ability to notice and focus on threats until they were mitigated. We are hard wired to focus on threats (and negatives), and just knowing this is a big part of the battle to shedding its maladaptive manifestations in a world where digital technology constantly stores these “threats” in our pockets.
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Personally, I’m experimenting with DMSO in treating a horribly severe case of RLS/akathisia that I’ve had to take Buprenorphine to live with. I’ve been wanting to get off of it for years, but no doctor I’ve seen has been able to help me…. I will be writing up my case history, research, hypotheses of why my case is so severe, and experimentation/observations/results with DMSO in case others who deal with RLS/akathisia may benefit from it.
Correct, can't comment.
Has it helps your RLS at all?
I imagined that would be the case 👍
Re: DMSO for RLS
Long story short, it’s going to be a drawn out process due to the pretty potent confounding variable of the buprenorphine acting as quite an effective means of masking the symptoms, so I’ll have to cut back on the dosage in order to accurately assess DMSO’s efficacy.
Currently I’ve been experimenting with various DMSO administration routes, and making notes of tolerability levels per each route.
I believe pudendal neuropathy has a significant role in the RLS symptoms (but not the generalized akathisia symptoms that I also experience). I haven’t been able to find any studies on the role pudendal neuropathy may have in RLS (have you ever heard of any discussion or studies surrounding this line of inquiry?). I’ve seen connections between pudendal neuropathy and “RGS”, which I don’t have, but this line of inquiry is another reason that makes me wonder if there’s a connection to RLS as well.
The reason why I suspect there may be a relationship is that warm compresses on the external area closest to the pudenal nerve offer instant relief of literally 100% of my RLS symptoms. The relief is very temporary though (fades quickly after about 10-15 seconds), regardless of how long the compress is held against the area. …. This data has made me wonder if DMSO suppositories may offer relief, and potentially even some curative properties. I’m still experimenting with getting the formula and strength to a comfortable point though… after that’s attained I’ll be able to focus on the efficacy aspect.
I really appreciate the suggestion, that’s extremely kind of you!
I will absolutely look into that. Ultimately I believe I’m dealing with a systems issue, and what you brought up may very well be a part of it. Thank you 🙏
I believe I might be experiencing some improvement with the DMSO… but it’s still too soon to tell, especially because of some confounding factors.
I had a bunch of tests done recently that pointed to potential optic and spinal nerve demyelination, so I have some further tests scheduled to further explore that as well.
Obcwcvh - Hope you don't mind but couldn't help noticing you mentioned "digital tech . . . threats in our pockets" in the line before "treating a horribly severe case of RLS/akathisia". So i am guessing that means you are often in close contact with a cellphone - maybe even in your pocket. There is plenty of evidence which the medical profession, big pharma and big tech are silent about that demonstrates neurological symptoms of many kinds being connected to wireless radiation exposure, including even MS, parkinsons, etc.
I am in complete agreement with you regarding the harmful effects of EMF exposure; from the skin-contact range, and outward to a surprisingly far distance (in accordance to a given EMF’s specific properties).
But in regards to the comment I left, I was using that phrase in a more figurative context. I believe there’s a very strong evolutionary component to the way digital technology has effected our lives. Our species’ threat detection systems have evolved over a long period of time to be best suited to our physical environment. If there was a threat in our physical environment, for example a human being from a competing clan, we would lapse into fight-or-flight mode (limbic system dominated) until the threat was mitigated… then we would have a period of time when our defenses would down-regulate, and we would function in accordance with homeostatic feedback systems (opposed to fight-or-flight, which takes us out of homeostasis to deal with the threat).
With digital technology, it means things that threaten our well being are essentially always present. There’s the EMF dangers for sure. But there’s also the virtual reality world (the world you and I are conversing over right now) that our mind is almost always aware of during our waking hours. We are constantly thinking back to disturbing news we read online, perhaps arguments we’ve had with people on social media, or just comments that we saw on social media that we didn’t respond to but nevertheless angered us…. all of this, for the majority of people, gets funneled through our phones. We also have phone calls from people that we might prefer not to have to talk to, but we know they’ll be coming at some point later in a given day (we are on guard for the eventuality of this). We also have text messages, from people that require various levels of assistance, help, or types of attention (they may be sending us a link to a political video, a natural disaster, or something else stressful.) Then there are emails, probably most often from social media accounts we follow that are understandably trying to get us to open the link to their social media content, which almost invariably includes a teaser that tries to tug at our emotions in order to increase the chance of our engagement with their content. Emails trying to sell us products, trying to get us to donate to political causes, or politicians’ campaigns; all of which also use emotional tactics to maximize the chances of us engaging with their content. And the list goes on… All of these are interpreted by our “threat detection system” as being threats… and all of these threats are associated with the “portal” in which they are “beamed” to us through… (for most people) our phone. We associate our phone, mostly subconsciously, with threats. It’s a device that our evolutionary “hardwiring” has no means to interpreting appropriately. Personally, I believe that this is almost single handedly responsible for the almost constant state of “survival mode” that almost everyone finds themselves in, to greater or lesser degrees.
Our phones (or depending on one’s individual habits; it could be an iPad, or laptop… but I believe phones are the dominant “threat conveyor belts” for the overwhelming majority. So this dynamic is essentially what I was trying to encapsulate by referring to people carrying threats in their pockets. But again, I also completely agree with the point you brought up about the dangers of EMF radiation from our phones.
Lastly, over the past several years I’ve searched the web for writings on the dynamic that I outlined above. I was genuinely surprised that I essentially couldn’t find any. I expected to find evolutionary biologists and behavioral psychologists (among others) to have written extensively about this- - again, on how our phones act as a threat conveyance device that is totally alien to our innate hardware/software, and thereby wreaks unchecked havoc (which, by the way, the elites are extremely aware of, and taking advantage of; their entire totalitarian model is virtually exclusively founded upon digital tech) on our body/mind/spirit- - but I haven’t found almost anything. I’ve been searching for a while, but still I suppose I could be looking in the wrong places.
PS- Thank you very much for asking that question! I’ve been meaning to write a longer piece about what I believe is an extremely vital and overlooked aspect of digital technology (and the mediums that disseminate it), and you initiated the perfect opportunity. Thank you! 🙏
obc - i just reread most of this quite interesting post with a little more clarity. It is quite surprising that you have found no one in academia or elsewhere who is overtly pondering this issue. I think it is of great importance (even leaving aside the RF aspect). But then i guess research on it would be unlikely to be funded in the current tech-central socio-economic climate. And maybe for other writers, it has not yet reached the level of conscious thought. I have not yet felt of my computer (which is my portal for most of what you get thru your phone) as a threat, but even tho i am currently spending way more time on it than before, it is not usually near me, so it is not so prevalent in my life.
I think you hit the nail right on the head.
There are tremendous economic incentives for “the powers that be” to squash all research and deflect attention away from the problem. It’s a multi trillion dollar industry, and it’s slated to grow much bigger.
I think the fact that your computer serves as your “portal”, rather than a smartphone, has allowed you to distance yourself from the constant pull and information overload that the “information superhighway” exerts.
I would imagine that you don’t use social media much either. Is that correct? Thereby drastically limiting your exposure to constant arguments and insults that social media is teeming with?
A lot of companies are offering things that supposedly block or help with EMF radiation. A lot of it doesn't work/help. It's gimmicky. But check out the Aires Tech company. At their website look under "Our technology." They've done a lot of research. Have devices that mitigate (disperses, not blocks) EMF. I have one. It does help. (I don't work for them!)
yes you are right - i almost never used any social media at all before substack - never had a fb acct, used twitter for ~ a week, and generally avoid all of it. I have noticed some pretty nasty stuff (not directed at me) on a few ss, like when i tried the vigilant fox for a few days. I am not quite sure how mwd keeps her's so clean - i think she probably prunes, deletes or bans toxic comments - also with her long-winded approach (which is difficult to wade thru, tho containing valuable info) many people are just not willing to engage. I am quite concerned, considering her reach, that she is promoting musk - i mean neuralink??? i watched a speech he gave "speaking at the 2024 Congress of Neurological Surgeons last month, Musk shared his vision for Neuralink’s brain implants" - sorry i can't currently find the link to the actual speech right now, but suffice to say, shocking and horrifying what he has planned for the human race as a needed "upgrade", as cheap as a smartphone, implanted by robots in 10-minute operations, and even cheaper as it is scaled up to millions or billions of people! Big pharma meds are nothing compared to this invasion.
I think a big reason of what keeps the comment sections so positive and supportive in AMD’s Substack is the tone that AMD sets in the articles written.
To the best of my knowledge (based on some of AMD’s prior articles and comments), not much pruning (if any significant amount occurs at all) is done to the comment section.
I believe with great reach comes great responsibility, and AMD is one of the very rare prominent figures on social media who I believe takes this dynamic seriously. My hope is that other content creators become increasingly cognizant of the level of influence they have (or can have) on their followers, and consciously make the choice to set a positive example (like what AMD has done) for how to have a dialogue about “hot button” issues in a way that is conducive to positivity and progress, rather than anger-based reactions.
Regarding Musk, I think some of his pursuits are very noble, while others concern me quite a bit (including Neuralink). In general, I like to evaluate things from a relativistic perspective, and I believe that Musk is currently having a very net-positive effect on the world. He’s pushing back against ‘dark’ forces (ie: elites supportive of the Great Reset) in a way that probably no one on the planet (besides him) can do, and in this light I believe he deserves praise.
I think Musk genuinely believes that he’s helping humanity position itself in such a way that AI would be less likely to turn us all into “house cats” (that’s the term he likes to use)… but I believe he’s mistaken, and this is where the biggest danger comes from. Often the best of intentions can lead to the worst of outcomes… and I think he’s heading in a direction towards creating the very thing that he’s trying to prevent. In a weird way it almost parallels the situation caused by a fictional character that he is often compared to (Tony Stark; Ironman), in one of the Avenger’s movies. Stark creates insists upon creating an AI system to protect the Earth from villains, but inadvertently the very system he created to protect humanity ends up going rogue and attempts to destroy humanity.
very interesting, your idea re cellphones as prime psychological threat conveyors, and i can see some logic in this, although I have limited personal experience with them, since i only used one about 2 years, ending in 2010 due to disastrous health effects from the radiofrequencies they emit. And at the time i only used it for phone calls, mostly for business - it did not become a big part of my life. I agree that what the phones (and digital tech) puts out in general is definitely alien to our delicate human selves, and really try to limit my consumption, aside from certain substacks and other beneficial content from those i trust. It is possible to step away from the beast.
You made a very wise choice!
I am seriously considering switching back to an old fashioned flip phone… or potentially no longer using a cellphone at all. As you said, it’s possible (and important) to walk away from the beast.
I believe we need a “de-digitization movement”; choosing human connection over digital technology… acknowledging that there’s an overwhelmingly net-negative impact on the quality of life, and the ability to be happy.
I truly believe that the happiest people on the planet are those who belong to the select few tribes that remain uncontacted by the modern world.
l am curious, if you feel like sharing - what does your name mean?
I wish I had a more meaningful explanation to give you haha… but it’s actually just the default random screen name that Substack assigns when users first make an account. I’m not sure if they still do it that way. But since I was going to remain anonymous (at least for now) anyway, I figured I’d just leave it.
In case you’re interested in some more information that touches upon the dynamics I described earlier, the following resource is very good.
https://vhil.stanford.edu/
(Stanford is an institution I’m very suspicious towards, as much of their research is likely “dual use”, but there’s still great insight to be gained from their work.)
To the best of my knowledge (I haven’t read all of the publications), the studies/articles presented indirectly approach the situation of virtual reality having a catastrophic effect on the mind and society… but stop short of it, and instead frame their work in a positive light with only bits of precautionary info scattered within.
thanks Obc - i think perhaps it is already "having a catastrophic effect on the mind and society" but in a limited way so far since it is not widely deployed yet (?) But really i know so little about it and the stanford link i checked out is beyond me at this point. i guess a lot of gaming is using it to some degree? and i wonder how addictive it is. i have to confess my prejudice against this stuff - it has always seemed bizarre and even repellent to me, not to mention it's use of toxic wireless radiation. But each to their own.
My stance is actually quite similar to yours. Your experience of being repelled from such technologies is very much in line with my hypotheses surrounding the inherent (and unavoidable) effects of digital technology. I think your reaction to it signifies that you are in tune with something that the vast majority of people aren’t.
I believe digital* technology is inherently toxic (physically, physiologically, and psychologically) even in situations that are void of “bad actors” using it as a means of conditioning and manipulation. As humans, we just didn’t evolve and aren’t built in a way that we can tune out things that hit at our subconscious defense mechanisms; like social media arguments and stressful news. It’s too much information, too frequently, and too stimulating for our self-defense mechanisms to not be activated.
* I use the term “digital” partially as a means of convenience or conciseness… I don’t think all digital technology (tech using 0’s and 1’s) is inherently dangerous… but I believe most of the forms of digital tech that consumers have access to have a very net-negative impact (TV, smart Phones, tablets, computers, smart watches, wearables, implants (current, and soon to be), etc.
i observed clear evidence of the cellphone threat syndrome after the fires here in CA (usa). People were encouraged by some company(?) to subscribe to receive alerts on their phones of any possible impending event "for safety". So even people who hadn't always kept their phones turned on and with them, started to do this to be "responsible". A friend who complied told me about a public social gathering, when all of a sudden, everyones phones started ringing with an alert, and they all stopped what they were doing to fearfully listen. it was such a minimal "threat" - like way to far away, etc.
Absolutely. That’s an excellent example of the dynamic I’ve described!
Dear AMD, I daresay many other readers are, like me, collating your invaluable DMSO essays into PDFs or similar documents for ease of reference, and for sharing with family and friends. Thank you very much for the time and effort that you have expended for our collective benefit.
That said, I wonder if you plan to formally publish this (and other) collections? That way we could reciprocate your generosity, at least in some small measure, by purchasing your books! May we look forward to such an eventuality? I do hope so. Thank you again for helping so very many people.
They will get done; I've just prioritized making the underlying content for them.
Thanks for your reply and the good news. Looking forward to them, in due time of course. The content so far is astounding.
In 1981 I was introduced to DMSO by a naturopathic doctor in Connecticut. I was in intense pain, after finishing a marathon run...and was amazed to find the pain gone in minutes. However, I was not aware of all the other conditions it could help alleviate. Thanks so much for your information!!!.
The first thing I do for all the DMSO articles is CNTRL+P. Then they go in a special folder on my PC.
I have periodically updated them since I first posted as I realized there were things I missed.
Thank you. I don5 have a pc though!
Macs let you save as PDFs too when you print them!
For Apple, go to share and send to your books. Books can read pdfs
That’s what I do. I can print from there.
Also true for Windows.
Been waiting for the tinnitus episode! Any speculation on how critical the other components of the injectable or spray are vs. DMSO itself? Rank any higher the others? Is DMSO mostly the delivery vehicle perhaps? Oral DMSO without the rest of the cocktail vs. injectable? DMSO dissolving ear wax an issue (fear of taking ear dirt for a ride with the DMSO)?
Thanks!
People have success using DMSO without anything else.
I'm trying it for my husband's tinnitus, cut with magnesium oil, and a tiny smear of a warming CBD salve to cut the burny itchies. I'm praying it works. He's hard of hearing because the tinnitus is so loud. Starting out with it just on the opening of the ear canal, and behind his ear. I'm a bit nervous to just start dumping what's essentially a solvent in his ear.
Please let us know your results.
Dosage? Concentration? Thanks so much!
I second this. I have tinnitus in both ears and it drives me nuts. I'd love to try the DMSO, but I'm still uncertain about how to use it for the ears.
Good idea. I am going to clean my ear out with a hydrogen peroxide drops first. I have earwax problem. So that first in the tinnitus ear. Thanks.
Are you planning to write about methylene blue? It's another thing that folks have posted youtube videos about. It's too early to tell for sure, but I think I have had incredible results from it the two times I've taken it in very small doses, 2mg and 1.5 mg. My suspicion is that the effects are more noticeable and more profound on people of advanced age, say 70+, possibly 60+ too. But its effects are obviously not age dependent, people of much younger ages notice positive effects as well. But at only 2mg?!
What do you use it for? I’m 76. Tried it but didn’t notice anything. I’m in excellent health however but a couple of nagging issues.
more energy and endurance while doing long endurance events like hiking in the mountains. Yesterday I did a hike, took 2mg of MB about 30 minutes into the hike, then about 30 minutes later, I felt a surge of energy and ended up hiking faster and easier than I had during the first part of the hike. Today I took 1.5 mg about 30 minutes before meeting a friend for a bicycle ride. Same effect.
MB is also useful for the hypoxia that comes from ascending to altitude, so I plan to use it for that as well.
There are people on youtube who've used MB to successfully treat very debilitating chronic conditions, including cognitive issues.
From what I've learned about it, it facilitates the mitochondria to create more energy which should be beneficial for overall health, not just for doing exercise.
THANKS! I was using it to encourage glucose metabolism as I’ve stopped keto and low carb due to long term damage. You are correct about ATP. My body has to get used to burning glucose (sugar) again and not use stress pathways to create ATP. (Stress pathway energy using cortisol and adrenaline produced glucose leads to way lower production of ATP compared to glucose metabolism—the body and brain’s preferred fuel source. ) This has not been easy. Under eating all my life didn’t help. But, I’m getting there. Thanks. I may try it again after I experiment with DMSO.
You're welcome. Sorry to hear about long term damage from keto and low carb. I wondered about that. Something I discovered recently is that there are two ways to deal with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes itself. One way is keto or low carb. The other way is very low fat (less than 10%). The problem with keto is that it doesn't fix the underlying problem, doesn't allow your body to heal the cause of the insulin/blood sugar issues. You're stuck with keto long term (and I've wondered about long term issues with that type of diet, not to speak of how difficult it can be to stay on it!) The low fat diet apparently does facilitate healing of the underlying cause of the insulin/blood sugar problem because after being on that diet for 3 to 4 months, blood sugar and insulin get back into normal levels and the person can return to eating more fat, up to around 30% of calories.
You've probably read Mercola's articles about this, right? He went low carb for a long time and found that he actually needs some carbs to be healthy. And there are herbs you can take, berberine is one, that can help with blood sugar issues. I love plants and herbs, but even there I hesitate to take something every day indefinitely. I don't plan to take methylene blue every day, and based on my experience with it so far when I do take it, it will be very low dose.
Long ramble here... Good luck!
Could you tell us more about it please
Please see my replies to this post. If there's something specific you'd like to know about that's not mentioned in those replies, post a reply to this one with your question and I'll do my best to answer.
Could you tell us what the issues are with methylene blue? Is it toxi
I believe it's toxic at very high doses, but not at 2 mg or 5 mg. Toxicity would begin at much higher doses. (If it were toxic, I wouldn't be taking it ;-)
However, even at the low dose that I'm taking, I don't want to take it every day. As I said, I'm using it for a performance enhancer when on a long hike, which right now is just once a week.
Here are a couple of videos that go over the basics about MB
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7PPLiueLWs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPSFy9doSrA
This one is another overview, but at the end he issues the caveat that in his opinion we don't have enough research on it for him to recommend using it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmogXFrx4Ys
There are many many videos on MB on youtube. You can just type "methylene blue" into their search fill-in.
Thank you for the reply
you're welcome. Most videos I've looked at recommend starting with really small doses to see how you react. As I mentioned in a previous comment, I was really surprised how strong the effect was for me with such a small dose. Good luck with it.
Thanks again. I have also tried it, but the bitter taste was not working for me. I also didn't find much difference in the way I felt. But I guess everyone different.
I do 4 drops, which is 2 mg according to the label of the MB I'm taking. It's sold by BpH Pharmacy, bought from Amazon. I put the 4 drops into about 1/4 cup water (or less). I take a small mouthful, hold under my tongue for a minute or so, then swallow. I do that again until I've drunk all the water/MB mix. Diluted like that, I don't find it bitter, in fact I don't notice much taste at all. Bummer you didn't notice anything from it though. Like you said, everyone is different. My suspicion is that the older the person taking it, the more noticeable the results. But that's just a guess on my part.
I haven't seen anyone else mention it yet--and apologies if I missed it--but I wanted to mention a duplication you wrote: "Note: most of the poor responses in otitis media were in chronic cases. Of the 27, 4 had a “very good” response, 13 had a “distinct improvement” (but generally relapsed in a short time), 10 had “no change” and 1 became worse.." Looks like you changed the "1" to "one" in the second version but did not delete the first version of the note?
What a game changer for arthritis in this aging athelete. Who has tips on reducing the smell others notice?. I think I saw a tip from a tg group that the smell can fade.
I can smell it when I put the gel on, but that’s about the only time. Nobody has mentioned if they can smell it coming off of me. Don’t worry about the smell though. I’ve been using it a week and am feeling fantastic overall and my asthma is non existent right now. I was really struggling with it lately before starting this. Energy too is coming back. This doc, whoever he is, will have so many people so grateful to him for what he’s done for us with his time, talent, and sharing of this info.
Yes...a true healer!.
Doc did mention the smell will decrease with the overall health of the body, so I suspect it's something like the bad "detox" stink people get when they are stressed or have toxins stirred up in the body. Lots of water, maybe some dandelion tea would help?
I have a hard time gauging what other people notice, but I know that I smell the DMSO garlic less myself if I add a drop of quality essential oil that is relevant to the condition I'm working on. (I have noticed many premade gels are scented with lavender.)
Since I'm hoping to improve a lymphatic disorder I use a blend of grapefruit, cypress and geranium. For an athletic injury I might consider something like peppermint or rosemary.
But I'm just some chick on the internet. No advice here; just mentioning what I do.
Maybe frankincense
It works.
That's exactly what I'm looking for -- what others have tried. Thank you!
Sounds wise to me!!!
I’m with you Robin! I can’t smell it but others can, especially other women. Sometimes I can smell “it” in my urine or sweat. But I can’t smell “it” in my breath. Some say “it’s” horrible! I say “it’s” worth healing and not being in as much pain!
I can smell it in my urine too. I do take parsley capsules everyday to combat the possible odor. Sometimes I put a couple drops of peppermint extract in my water.
My client took water aerobics a d had to keep moving away from someone!!! That stuck in my head. Lol. But im doing great just rubbing it in.
years ago I would use DMSO for skiing or hiking strains/sprains/muscle pulls, etc. At that time I was seeing a chiropractor who could always tell if I was using DMSO. He said I smelled like a goat. Which we both laughed about. (We also laughed about how because of this the double blind placebo studies for DMSO would have a bit of a problem.)
Did you use only externally?? I was wondering if i could use on my days off only and not on days I'm in my small office! But...I think I may be able to tell by the look on new arrivals'faces lol
Long ago (when my chiro and I laughed about it) I was using it only externally. Recently I'm using a lot of it externally and I've also started taking it internally in small amounts. I don't notice the smell as much now (due to purity of DMSO now?), so I bet you could get away with using it regularly. Good luck!
Unfortunately, even with the “odorless” it still produces an odor, especially when it intersects with something else including water. My daughter can’t stand the smell of me or my house now. Although my boys can smell it too, she is much more sensitive to the smell. I actually don’t mind the smell that I get a wiff of every now and then. But it is strong in my urine!
Sorry, what is a tg group?
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I'm loving the DMSO series and inspired to try a weak DMSO/saline solution on my cat's glaucoma. It's better than the nothing I've got from the vet. Mum just showed me the parody All I Want For Christmas is Youth from Mel Moon and of course my first thought was Santa should bring her some DMSO! Thanks also for including the NZ video, people seem to forget or not realise the extent to which Kiwis rights were literally trampled. The human need for autonomy is so powerful, people were so focused on getting it back by getting vaxed they couldn't stop to consider it was wrong to take it away.
So to try DMSO on inflamed tonsils, dilute to 35% to start, and use as an oral rinse? Or do you swallow it? And then try a more concentrated solution? Sorry to be so thick. My daughter is really struggling with repeated strep throat and is having a hard time getting in to an ENT.
start with 20%
While reading your previous articles on DMSO, I kept thinking about its application for ears, so when I saw this article mention them, I was eager to delve into the research. I guess I am still hoping there is something out there to restore profound hearing loss to my 3 month old grandson. So far, there is no apparent reason for it, but his parents are awaiting genetic testing. They told me there is a one year wait for pediatric genetic testing at U of M, but they're hoping they can be moved up the list. He is being fitted for hearing aids, as insurance requires that first, but the ENT doesn't expect them to help. The next step would be cochlear implants at around 9 months. Any insight from you or your subscribers would be appreciated. :)
They should probably go somewhere else then or just order the testing themselves. There should not be a wait. You might need an MRI to figure that out though.
The MRI is the next step, but they wait to do it because they prefer the babies to be a little older before going under anesthesia. As far as the genetic testing goes, their pediatrician offered to do it, but evidently her test isn't as comprehensive as the doctors want. And I agree, there should definitely not be a one year wait list!! The pediatrician went to U of M and is going to see if they can get in sooner. If not, what is the comprehensive test that they would need to do? Thank you!
Consider an eval at Mayo. I’m ent, not genectist, so not up to date. Connexin gene mutations are most common genetic cause, but the panels have expanded a lot since I was in training. Also congenital infections (like CMV) can cause hearing loss.
What about vaccine related hearing loss issues due to cranial nerve damage?
I'm sure that's possible, but thankfully my daughter hasn't had any vaccines since the meningitis one for college, which in hindsight, I regret. The baby only had the K one because the nurse insisted and scared them half to death, even though my daughter had already decided upon the drops.
Thank you for this. I had to look up CMV lol. After reading about it, I'm thinking either the ENT or the pediatrician would have tested him for that by now? Also, my daughter had blood draws every week for all nine months, so I'm thinking someone should have seen that if she had it?
Im pretty sure CMV isn’t routinely tested (and if it is, it’s a urine test- I think- this is out of my wheelhouse though!) from what I can recall, the underlying genetics are helpful to determine if part of a bigger syndrome. If hearing loss is bilateral and profound, most centers are starting implants at 9 months of age bc this will improve speech and language development. By kindergarten, kids with implants are indistinguishable from normal hearing children - it’s incredible what the implants and a developing brain can do! The MRI is helpful to evaluate anatomy- like if the cochlear nerve is present. I will keep your little grandchild in my prayers!
I appreciate your reply and will ask my daughter to look into this. He does have bilateral and profound hearing loss, so I'm greatly encouraged by your speaking from experience regarding the implants. He's currently in the University of Michigan system and the goal would be the implants at around nine months. The MRI will be a big hurtle. Thank you so much for your prayers:)
Thanks AMD! Read your original writing on DMSO, got some…shared with many others too. Just wanted to let you know I used it on a surgical wound from dermatologist on my ear and wow…it really has helped it heal fast. It itches and tingles a bit as you said it might but great and no infection. Also used it on my golf elbow and that helps too as I play 6 days a week being retired at 72. Then, after reading this one from you, I used it on a tooth extraction site and seems to be helping but even better, I tried a little 70% on a que tip inside each nostril before bed to see if it would help nighttime congestion. Interesting that I get no itch or tingles from inside my nostrils…maybe due to the mucus? Well, anyway, I wear a sleep tracker ring and my oxygen level and oxygen drops have significantly improved and I am sleeping in longer periods without waking up so often! I am amazed and tried to find some research that would help explain these improvements. I found some research on sleep patterns in rodents but difficult to understand. I just wanted to let you know and thank you for sharing your knowledge. I will continue my experiment and so far every night it has improved sleep data. Fascinating as it must be effecting my brain as well as sinuses 😜.
Interesting about the nostrils and sleep. I may try that. I usually mouth tape to breathe thru my nose during sleep but lately I feel some congestion. I don’t like waking with dry mouth. Nose breathing is better sleep and less snoring. My husband just had some work done by a dermatologist. I’ll see if he’s interested.
As I’ve said before, you have changed the direction of medicine, AMD. And for the better!! You would be of great benefit to RFK and Trump if he’s elected. I’m praying. You have helped me immensely. Thank you.
After a week of 4 ml DMSO daily, I had a pretty strong smell. I'm a no-frills type and I didn't expect that I would care about this, but it was very off putting and distressing.
I'm searching for ways to mitigate this effect.
I have assumed that most Boomers have amalgam fillings, and it did not occur to me that this could be a contraindication for DSMO use. My fillings are quite large and after much thought I've decided it's best to leave well enough alone.
I've been using Dr. Ellie Phillips' routine for 2-3 years, which seems to have helped a lot with my gums. I would like to try topical application of DMSO to the jaw or gums, but the warning about mercury amalgams makes me pause.
I've looked into it and have not been able to find a good answer on the mercury one but I haven't come across any reports of negative reactions.
yeah - i am wondering about the mercury too. Although i had all of the mercury fillings removed decades ago, they started as a toddler so there was lots of time for mercury exposure. ps - are you using Ellie's complete protocol - what do you think? I just came upon her a couple of wks ago - so far have started her "zellies" xylitol mints after meals and some of her uncommon common-sense advice.
Yes, I have faithfully used Ellie's entire protocol for several years now. I am so grateful to have found her book at my library. It is somewhat subjective since I haven't been for a checkup, but I feel like it has helped me a lot.
Last year I did Dr. Ellie's Oral Health Bootcamp at Teachable. It consisted of many excellent videos with lots of details. There was a comments section where she answered questions people had, which I found great!
I also got inspired by Ellie but I got the budget version and bought 500 gr Xylitol granulates in a bag instead of the mints.
Her entire "protocol" is products you can buy at Walgreens. (I wait for the 20% off storewide sales they have.) You have to buy the very specific varieties of the products. Closys Ultra Sensitive, Listerine Original or Mint, and ACT zero alcohol.
I got her book "Mouth Care Comes Clean" at my library. It was plenty of information to get me started. I did the Teachable program because I was so worried about the condition of my gums, plus I'm by nature a person who *loves* details.
I've got amalgams too and read somewhere not to use DMSO. It's just one source so I'm hoping its not correct.
Thank you for putting this together
I have been using DMSO for about 5 years. Now I have a clearer plan
Thank you for the article on DMSO and the eye. After reading your research and sharing with my husband who has recurring eye styes that aren’t responding to standard treatment, he wanted to try something. I’m familiar with DMSO since I use it on my horses occasionally and had a bottle in the tack room. I took a tiny dab on a q-tip and applied it to the stye that was about the size of a large pea. Within an hour it began to drain and by the next morning was 25% the size it was before he went to bed. Utterly amazing!! So grateful for your work. I have an order of pharma grade arriving next week 😊
I am loving all these articles on DMSO! Thank you for taking the time to write so thoroughly about it. I recall seeing it in the health food store years ago but didn't know what it was for and hadn't ever heard anyone speak of it. I have a lot of things I want to experiment with it on, however, I was able to test it on an acute burn injury immediately. At the time that had I got burned by a fat piece of grease that dripped on me from my oven, I didn't have DMSO on hand nor had I read the part in your article that mentioned it could be used on burns, but I wondered and a couple days later after the injury (and having searched for it in your article) I started applying a 50% solution topically. It was a minor burn but the pain had penetrated deeper into my body tissue and was also causing a systemic immune response that was making me feel ill. After about 2 days applying a couple times a day my burn has dramatically healed and I was able to stop wearing a bandage so that it could dry up and heal even faster. It looks great today!
I also applied drops into my eyes this morning and into my ears after reading this article. My eyes immediately feel better. I'm am going to see if I can improve my vision and eliminate some frequent waste accumulation I am getting in the corner of my eye that I didn't use to have. I also want to see if I can improve tinnitus/ hearing/ wax buildup in the ear. I'm so stoked about seeing how DMSO can improve my health while having also having it on hand as a proven first aid tool and broad spectrum healing agent.
The more I am using dmso with my patients, the more revolutionary I am finding it. Thank you for teaching us about it!
I still need to do:
•Uses in cancer and infections.
•Uses for organ diseases and fertility.
•Some of the many therapeutic combinations that you can do with it (many have not yet been explored).
•Uses in skin disorders and hairloss.
You said, in another "chapter," that some people have found DMSO to help with MS and ALS. I'm wondering about POST-POLIO syndrome.
My husband has it. He can still walk, slowly. with canes or a walker; it affects one leg in particular; very bad circulation in that leg an an essentially frozen knee. But he has also balance problems, and fatigue (he takes LDN for the fatigue, which helps some). Interestingly, other than that, he is quite healthy (we're unvaxed and neither of us had Covid at all). He's healthier than I am (I have Crohns, asthma, arthritis, etc.) Where might one start re: trying to use DMSO for post-polio? (He also has Dupuytren's contracture. We're going to start immediately on DMSO for that.)
I understand polio is mostly a neurological condition (or it that wrong?). It seems to me there are similarities between it and MS an ALS.
I would love to hear your experiences!
Yes, this is an interesting time for medicine. I got on to the truth of vaccines around 2010 when I learned that thimerisol was in them and I had a new child. For years I knew they were harming people. And I would try to persuade friends and family of what was really going on with limited success. But it turns out when you try to force hundreds of millions of people to take an experimental product a big chunk of them will notice they got injured. It was easier to hide the gardasil injuries because it wasn't pushed on so many people.
Imo our entire vaccine program needs an overhaul. It needs real safety testing. No mandates. You should be able to sue these companies. The truth is " not so safe, not so effective, not so warranted". And now with approximately 500,000 people killed by covid vaccines and many more injured and who knows what long-term effects.... People are starting to realize that.
Grandchild was injured by gardisil..I’m positive but I cannot bring that up to my daughter. I did tell her before I believe the vaccination happened that there was concern about this vaccine. But daughter buys everything docs say. It will be a sad day if she comes to the realization of what happened. At this point I can never say anything. It’s much too late and my grandkid is an adult now. (Sort of)🤔. Has many challenges to overcome and deal with. So good you were in the know early. Blessings.
i hear ya. you can't even have a discussion about the possibility with some people. i think my child was mildly vaccine injured. she had many mysterious but common symptoms doctors can't explain. by the time they were offering gardisil i was in the know and in a "over my dead body" type of position. luckily my wife deferred to me.
i know of 2 kids my daughter's age who i highly suspect were covid vaccine injured. one was super healthy (soccer player comp league) until the vaccine. after vaccine could not play for more than 5-10 minutes before getting dizzy. the other mysteriously got heart pains, was in a comma for a week, and seems to be better now. you know....typical teen stuff. sad.
vaccine injury will never even be considered for either of them.
Regarding aerositis, I've had this all my life due to having tubes in my ears for a very long time as a kid. Interestingly I did about 80 sessions of hyperbaric oxygen in the past 3 years for cancer and infections, and I no longer have it.
The back label of the Nature's liquid DMSO has a warning about getting in the eyes (e.g. flush immediately, etc) but your article says it is safe for ocular use. Could you provide more details in a a future post?
In my own situation with cataract, dry eye, and myopic degeneration, I was thinking of mixing some with saline to use as an eyedrop.
I personally would try on the eyelid first. I do that for castor oil.
It's startling to reflect on the likelihood that if DMSO really does what AMD says it does, then the amount of unnecessary, preventable human suffering around the world caused by the suppression of DMSO over the last 60 years probably exceeds the total suffering of World War II.
It is a supremely important message of hope that DMSO "could begin to re-enter the medical field to the dramatic improvement of the quality of care in the United States". But don't underestimate the bad guys. They have the money to buy off every doctor and politician in the world. There's nothing they won't do to stop DMSO. If enough of us push loudly enough, there is a small chance that we might force the authorities to acknowledge DMSO and change the world. In fact, I can't think of any bigger opportunity to benefit the human race more than if a courageous, committed group could work together to bring DMSO, UVBI, and similarly potent breakthroughs into the mainstream. So even though the chance is very small, we should fight for it.
But we cannot be complacent. The most likely outcome is that the Enemy will win and DMSO will be banned for another 10,000 years. One day we'll wake up and this substack will have vanished without a trace, along with all the copies we saved on our hard drives. The Enemy understands what's at stake here, and they aren't used to losing.
That's why I made a point to elicit testimonials here!
There are a lot of other therapies that offer similar benefits as well that got buried. I primarily went with DMSO because it's one of the most accessible ones.
Yes, very wise to elicit testimonials.
I just want to add that this is the best blog. Not just today, but the best of the thousands of blogs I've read since the Web was invented.
I am really looking forward to hearing about more of those therapies. And supremely grateful for the ones you've already told us about.
It still really mystifies me that many of the things I cover haven't really been written about online.
After I ordered DMSO from Amazon, I started seeing all these DMSO videos popping up on my youtube home page. So apparently there are people out there who know about it and are using it to effectively treat all kinds of health issues. This is a good thing because if the FDA tries to clamp down on it again, there will be public outcry. Major public outcry I think.
It's also a bit comforting to know that even when I could not get it, a colleague at work told me I could actually get it at Ag Supply Stores. So there would not only be public outcry from people who are using it on themselves but also from people who use it on their horses!
Hello MDW can DMSO help with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto disease? I saw 1 mention of hypo in the autoimmune article. If so, can I start by putting topically on the throat area? Thank you for everything you do!!
Some people have said it does, I don't have enough data to know for certain.
You specify a ceramic Neti pot. Would a stainless steel one be safe, too?
Yes! I didn't know steel ones exist.
I bought mine from Health&Yoga years (decades?) ago. They now sell them on Amazon, via the SoulGenieStore.
Thank you so much for sharing all the DMSO info. It has significantly improved my plantar fasciitis. And now it can help my sinuses!?!? I'm so happy.
Has DMSO been used for cancer tumors?
Yes will be in a later article.
Much appreciated! Thank you for another priceless volume of work.
I read that you shouldn't put DMSO in the eye if you have a lens implant from cataract surgery as it can cloud the lens. Is this true?
I would definitely agree that you shouldn't put DMSO in the eye if you have a lens implant.
Do you think it would be ok to put topical dmso around the eye area such as temples, forehead and cheeks while having a lens implant from cataract surgery?
My question too
Thank you so much for this article! I have two questions after reading all the dmso articles so far.
1) would it be ok to use the dmso drops in eye for other issues if one already has had the cataract surgery?
2) what strength of dmso do dogs typically tolerate? Not for eyes but topically for chronic pain from an old tendon injury? Thanks so much!
I do not know. If I had to guess I would say no, but that comes down to how DMSO interacts with the specific material the lens is made out of and how it would move in the eye if it can't pass through the lens.
It seems I could apply dmso topically around eye and that should be fine with cataract surgery wouldn’t you think?
For the odor side effect, I found that fermented chlorophyll 15 tabs three times a day was helpful. I used Dr Mercola’s brand.
I also put DMSO way in the back of my throat when using it orally to avoid putting it close to dental work, crowns, anything with cement that I don’t want to chance dissolving.
Trying to learn if DMSO can safely be applied to my eyes if I have cataract replacement lenses.
Please advise?
There's got to be some sources of experience on surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
I'd like to dilute my 70% DMSO for use at a lower concentration for problems such as hair loss, but cannot find distilled water in glass bottles; it's always in plastic, which seems like a bad idea for this purpose. Do you know of a source?
I believe the doc said somewhere distilled water in plastic bottles wasn’t a problem.
I would love to try the DMSO protocol for tinnitus, but wherever would I get the mentioned solution with all the added medicines? If I had a prescription would a compounding pharmacy even fill it?
When learning about MMS (Jim Humble’s book) there was a section about combining DMSO with colloidal Silver for the ears. This would be more simple, if it would work.
A tinnitus recipe in a DMSO book just diluted to 20% solution, clean ears first with hydrogen peroxide drops (Google how) and then start with 1 or 2 drops of the dmso solution. If pain results stop or back off number of drops or dilute more. . I’m going to try that. Simple enough.
Thank you. So no colloidal silver?
This one recipe doesn’t. I’ve never used colloidal silver. I don’t know much about it but I may add it if the diluted DMSO drops don’t work. Good luck. Update us if you can.
Sure will, and thank you for your input.
Articles are truly amazing!
Any chance you can number the order at title beginning, so they can easily be found and read in the right sequence?
Intro to DMSO
DMSO Part-1
DMSO Part-2
Etc
Will do once they are all done.
Decided to try DMSO on my longstanding TMJ problem (a popping jaw joint on one side, sometimes painful). I'm using 70% - my own mix of 2 parts 100% DMSO with 1 part pure virgin olive oil, rubbed into the skin every night before bed.
And here's a by-the-way discovery... DMSO doesn't mix well with olive oil, it keeps separating into layers. So I stuck this mixture in the fridge to see if I could get it to freeze into a spreadable gel (swirling it occasionally to remix).
After about 1-1/2 hours, I didn't get a gel - I got an icy slush, which wasn't very spreadable but looked more homogenous. I tried to use it on my skin, but the whole thing turned watery within 10 min. However, the homogenized effect has remained for a week so far. Convenient accident!
My bottle slushed like that in a cold camper on a camping trip. It took several days to unslush in my house. That was just the DMSO.
Yeah, it seems like adding the olive oil speeded up the melting. Since writing this, I've tried 3 parts DMSO to 1 part olive oil, and I got the same result.
OTOH I'm using small quantities (total around 1/4 cup in a glass jar).
Thank you for all of the amazing information on DMSO. I have been reading and rereading the articles to try to understand more about the many uses and possibilities. I realize that you can not possibly cover every single issue. Some of the treatments for the varying ailments that you have covered would be able to be translated into closely related issues. I have already used the topical treatments for a couple of maladies with promising results. But I am not sure about the liquid application in the form of drops for eyes. I have a son who was diagnosed with Coats Disease in one eye at the age of 15. At that time, we were seeing a top retinal specialist in our area. I was a bit overwhelmed at the time with many things, and I had not yet become aware of all of the deception in our modern medical mafia…so I failed by allowing injections of Avastin (a cancer treating drug). We quickly stopped them against the doctor’s recommendation, because we were not seeing any benefit and the eye pressure was going up as a side effect. We found a new new specialist who was able to do a laser surgery to help improve his vision. That was only temporary. The prognosis for this is that the eye will eventually “die”, and he will lose it. We continue to pray for healing or a real cure and to encourage our son to take supplements that are beneficial for his vision and eye health, all while I have been researching for any promising treatments. He is 27 now, and his vision is very poor in that eye. He also experiences frequent headaches, because his vision is constantly changing due to the nature of the disease. I am hopeful that DMSO may possibly help this condition, but I am not sure how to use it as eye drops. I assume that I would purchase the liquid DMSO and dilute it with sterilized water to a certain percentage. Any information specific to this condition would be very much appreciated. I am already so blessed by the wealth of information that you have provided. Thank you, and God bless.
Things that might help here:
•The nutritional protocols I listed in the blood pressure article to make the blood vessels stronger.
•Taking zeta aid to lower the pressure on those blood vessel walls.
•Getting IV ozone therapy (it can stop the proliferation of extra blood vessels).
•DMSO.
With DMSO, I'd start with it orally and see if there are any improvements over a month before considering putting it in the eye.
Thank you very much for taking the time to reply. I greatly appreciate it.
I've been very excited to know this article was in the works, as I have a couple of these "incurable" conditions. I mentioned previously in a comment that on a sudden insight I started using it occasionally to quiet my superior oblique myokymia (twitch behind one eye). I paid several hundred dollars to a specialist for that diagnosis, so I'm darned sure going to use the term! I'm pretty happy with the 10% solution: it does sting a little for about 30 seconds after use, which makes me leery of upping the concentration. Part of my pre-bedtime routine is to sit quietly and read. By that point in the day my eyes are often tired, watering, and burning. A little of that solution clears it right up. I was particularly pleased to see it can be used for tinnitus, as I have a constant squeal (plus occasional, other "special effects") going on in the background. I've started experimenting with DMSO for the tinnitus, too. I never imagined the unintended consequences of COVID! I was always a skeptic regarding alternative medicine, and "followed the science." Science now serves monopoly, and isn't completely trustworthy. I wouldn't have arrived at this point without the pandemic, so I guess sometimes there are blessings from treachery and tragedy.
Keep us posted on what happens!
I'm happy to let you know. The hardest part is laying down for 15 minutes per side! On a more serious note, my wife is very concerned about someone suffering from cervical dystonia. Aside from topical applications for pain, can DMSO treat whatever underlying condition causes it? How would one use it?
Hi FM .I also believe trauma in cervical area contributes to the whole circuit misfiring situation.
I hope to get some relief from dsmo to heal inflammation on nerve connections which I believe is being made worse as the spasms continue.
If Carbamazepine doesn't help the next suggestion by neurologist is cyclobenzabine a muscle relaxant.
I guess it depends on what exactly is root cause
Has it helped with your Tinnitis?
My Tinnitis has morphed into muscle spasms in ear, head and jaw.
Not sure where to start? I've ordered the 70% solution....Did you dilute this with distilled water to make 10% solution?
I've only been applying topically around the ear (99.998%). I'll try a 15-20% solution via drops internally when fall chores are done. I use distilled water to dilute. It may take some time to work; I've had the condition for more than a decade.
Thanks FM. I very also had my T for approximately 8 years. I could cope when it was o e ear only and sort of air drill sound. For so.e reason the pathways have become hyper excited ...possibly as I had inner muth osteo a day kinesiology treatment that was supposed to release trauma but caused some strange reflexes....the next day I woke with sort of superfast Morse code or cylinders miss firing
I'm on Carbamazepine for wnd week. Getting very down.
Just had a thought...as a part of my nightly "vanity" ritual (not that it does much good, LOL), I use a mix of rosemary oil, niacinamide, snail cream (Hyaluronic acid), and a C&E serum mixed together. I'm wondering if mixing in a small amount DMSO might make it work better. Any thoughts?
Also, there's been some studies showing that rosemary oil helps decrease hair loss (and in some cases, revitalize old hair follicles) due to aging (decreased hormones). I'm wondering about tossing some DMSO into my rosemary oil/water spray.
I realize this is all just vanity stuff, but still...
Thank you for another excellent article. I subscribed specifically to read your DMSO articles and they are very informative. I do have a question about DMSO for aerositis, as I suffer from this and therefore flying is very difficult for me. Thankfully I don't do it often, but having a remedy to prevent or treat the pain would be wonderful. How and when would you administer DMSO for this condition? Would you have to wait until experiencing the pain and then use DMSO to relieve it, or can you use it pre-flight to prevent the pain from occurring? What is the method of administration? Drops in the ears? I really appreciate all of the research and effort you have put into writing these articles. I sincerely hope that this information will eventually become main stream, as opposed to being hidden or taboo!
Pre-flight. Drops in the ears and topically around the ear (ear drops are more important).
I've tried topical DMSO three times and each time was hit with serious diarrhea within a few hours. Is there a way to mitigate this side-effect? Will it lessen with repeated use?
Possibly, but I would begin with a much lower dose.
Thanks again AMD, this was excellent.
Tinnitus in the right ear since 1994 with sympathy low level in the left ear. My apologies, but just signed up as a paid subscriber. What are my next steps to employ DMSO? Local naturopath or home remedy? Brand to use and strength? Thank you to anyone that can direct me.
Isn't all that in this very article ~_~?
I try to write out answers to all the typical questions I will get!
Well, dang…helps to read to the end. Thanks.
Sprayer sourcing:
With DMSO a solvent that breaks down plastic, how does one get a sprayer that won't deposit significant amounts of plastic that will be dragged by the DMSO into our body.
I'm seeing glass spray bottles, but the spraying mechanism itself would carry plastic into the DMSO solution, would it not?
How are folks sourcing an appropriately safe product or otherwise mitigating against a plastic infusion cocktail with the DMSO?
My dad was a GP. He loved being a physician. I read some of his medical journals before they were bought by pharma. I always had lots of respect for the medical profession. Now I am sad I can no longer trust this professional. My private insurance is also expensive and often when I try to use it the providers won't take it. I asked my doctor to make a referral to a physical therapist for a sore back, but he refused without seeing me. I have to make separate appointments for everything$$$.
I'm wondering if it safe to use DMSO if you have had botox and fillers done on your face?
I have been going through extensive dental work to have two root canals extracted and metal removed. My dentist recommended I leave the titanium implant I have since it doesn't seem to causing obvious issues - I do not like having an antenna in my mouth, but breaking it out of the jaw doesn't sound fun either. I still have one extraction to do next week - and I'm wondering if it is a bad idea for me to rinse with DMSO because of the titanium implant? The extraction is on the other side of my mouth so perhaps careful spot application would work? I'm actually sick over deciding wether I should get a bridge or 2 zirconium implants in the holes I will have. Implants seem like a great long term option but part of me wonders - what are the real implications of implants and are they truly safe? It seems so many healthy fixes these days can turn into health nightmares. Any reader input is appreciated! Best wishes to all.
Anyone have a link for preservative free lidocaine? Thanks!
AMD, could you please compile all your articles on DMSO into a book? It would be great if it had a topical index in the back, also. Your work on this is tremendous and we so appreciate all your hard work. God bless you and your family and your practice!
If possible, could you indicate any of your colleagues near Brunswick MD (Frederick County)? I'd love to have someone close by to guide and advise!
Hi! Thank you so much for this incredible summary of the benefits of (and research related to) DMSO. Is there any evidence that it can improve gum recession? My dentist recommends a gum graft, but as that is invasive, painful, and expensive, I am looking for alternatives. Thanks in advance!
A quote from the DMSO Handbook:
"DMSO has been used successfully in the treatment of tooth and gum problems since the 1960s. An official study in Poland involved 32 patients with periodontal disease. These patients had inflammation and bleeding of the gums. In 13 of the patients the disease only involved bleeding and swollen gums. In the other 19 the infection extended deep into the gum, sometimes involving bone and loose teeth.
First the teeth were cleaned and as much bacteria as possible was removed. Then the patients were treated with compresses containing 30 percent DMSO for 10 minutes every other day for seven to ten treatments. Great improvement was reported in all patients with superficial disease. Pain was eliminated, bleeding was greatly reduced and loose teeth became tighter in all patients. All patients with deep infections had less inflammation and less pain. Very loose teeth did not tighten up in any of the patients.
All periodontal disease should be treated by a dentist as soon as possible. Treatment is much easier in the earliest stages, and the results are much better. Loose teeth can tighten if they are not very loose. However, the use of DMSO has not, to this writer’s knowledge, ever caused very loose teeth to tighten.
Many people use a 50 percent solution of DMSO as a mouth wash. Others brush their teeth with DMSO. This writer has brushed his teeth with DMSO for over 40 years with good results. His teeth and gums have caused much less problems since he started using the DMSO regularly. Other people apply DMSO when they have a tooth ache to relieve pain until the dentist is seen"
Thanks so much! Although my hygiene is excellent, DMSO is worth a try. Perhaps because it supports cellular health it can help restore gum tissue.
By the way - it is very hard to figure out how to be a paid subscriber. It took some sleuthing for sure.
I have vertigo, tinnitus as well as arthritis in one knee. I’m using a 90% strength DMSO undiluted - on my knee, scalp and behind my ears BID. I’ve found the arthritis pain has reduced somewhat but need to experiment in all kinds of weather air pressure to be sure. Holding hope for the vertigo & tinnitus. Will let you know if there is significant improvements.
Since having a stroke my balance is bad. Also my tinnitus is starting to aggravate me. I took the DMSO for the stroke (hopefully it helped). Will start protocol for tinnitus. I have read the article for the protocol, but it's hard to discern the exact amount. Is there any further reading I could do? Thank you
In his post he writes: Additionally, many instead mix DMSO with easily available antimicrobial substances. For example, one author advocates for putting chlorine dioxide (e.g., 2 drops of activated MMS in 10ml water) or hydrogen peroxide (1-3%) immediately before or after applying DMSO.
I would use Distilled water with the DMSO. I haven’t done it yet. I’ve put DMSO on &/or behind my ears, neck & arthritic knee and finger. I thought I would try this prior to inserting it into ear. I should not try 2 things at once all the same I’m trying acupuncture with someone trained in China and Canada. Completed 2x to date. I seem to be slightly less affected by vertigo. As per recommend (in chat) I am taking 2 days off a week from the DMSO. The DMSO has worked way better for me than MJ cream ( with Arnica, Juniper, Marijuana) Japanese mint oil, other ess. oils, even better than Hemp-Ease Aid spray which let me sleep, & other over counter crap found in drugstores. DMSO has risen to the top for working at pain relief. I am not giving up on its assistance with tinnitus & vertigo. Time will tell.
My DMO is 90% strength. Itchy and annoying for 15 min on skin but I’m a sensitive princess.
Could you refer me to any research or advice about treating optical HSV with DMSO for a 10 year old? I prefer to avoid antivirals and wonder if DMSO alone will help.
Very common use. Will be in later article.
An update in case this can help someone else—
It turns out that our daughter has herpes zoster ophthalmicus which is shingles on the eye/face. Fascinating because she has never been vaccinated and has not had chicken pox. She has the “Hutchinsons sign” at the end of her nose so we are alert for changes with her eye and vision.
We have continued 2x daily eye drops of 20% DMSO. We also use it on the rash/lesions along with colloidal silver gel to help with healing the skin.
It has been about 10 days and the legions are slowing down and scabbing up.
She saw an opthalmologist today and he confirmed there are no concerns about the eye or cornea. He lectured me about vaccines etc but I think he was generally intrigued that we let her body manage the virus with the help of DMSO and without prescription antivirals. He is 70+ and has never seen HZO in a child. We are going to watch and wait and continue with the DMSO treatment.
Ultraviolet blood irradiation and frequency specific microcurrent are also very helpful for this.
Did that doc think she should have had the shingles vax or was he just hectoring you about vaccines in general? In any case, I hope she recovers soon.
Just an update to share that we used 10% DMSO drops twice daily in the affected eye and on the surrounding rash and all symptoms are improving after 2 days of treatment
Tried on my knee. Itches so much
It’s better diluted some. 70% cut the itching down for me. I don’t mind the knee but used some on my thyroid area. That was really uncomfortable so I diluted it down to maybe 50%. I’m still experimenting on that area for hashimotos thyroid. My temperature has gone up a bit which is a sign of better thyroid function and increased metabolism So crossed fingers.
How's your Hashimotos going?
Did you dilute with purified or distilled water?
I’ve been working on my thyroid for quite awhile. I had some desiccated products from my functional med doc but numbers didn’t change much. I eat a pro metabolic diet now with clean easy to digest carbs having stopped long term very low carb and keto that was probably the reason I have thyroid damage. Or this runs in my family. Every family woman around the table at thanksgiving had something. Mostly hashimotos. It’s been a year on this kind of eating and I started adding a little T3 in September. I have blood tests this month. In many places I read it’s not the numbers that mean so much. It’s how you feel and symptoms so that’s how I gauge it. Since DMSO orally I am sleeping sounder, my digestive system and mood seems better and more energy. It could because I’ve found my correct dose of T3 as well. So who knows. Right now I take 1 1/2 teaspoons twice a day breakfast and dinner. I put it into orange juice. My dilutions (70% brushed on thyroid area) use distilled water. My husband is now using it on a facial skin lesion. (25% dilution) He is prone to basal cell carcinomas or squamous (can’t remember which one). I’m basically doctoring myself now, like many of us. AMD is a godsend. Worth every penny of a paid subscription. Good luck. Didn’t mean to get so wordy.
Hi Janet Thanks or your reply. Your journey is similar to mine. Initially went to a functional clinic. I started on dedicated hormone along with herbs. My antibodies did come down but it was so expensive. I stopped and went onto a T4/T3 slow release tablet. I also did 2 years of keto- lost weight but wrecked my metabolism. I still am only burning g 1300 calories resting g according to the gym fancy machine. This is despite following a Tay Pete pro metibolic diet.. although only been on it for 5 months .I follow Cheryl Leigh Frost and Kate Deering.
My energy is good, but I think I developed Hashimotos after first pregnancy- I'm now 63. My 38 year old daughter developed post Partum Hashimotos, but is only on synthetic T4.
I've slacked off in the pro metibolic diet as initially I became so hungry for for sugars and was good at first, stewing fruits but started eating cookies. I've got to get back on track. My weight is stable, and I'd rather be a little heavier and healthy.
I'm actually mainly wanting to use the DSMO for my tinnitus which has developed into spasms in ears head and jaw. Could be nerve compression...neurologists has me on a strong drug- Carbamazepine. I'm only two weeks in and no improvement.
Next I have to try a muscle relaxant.
My life feel on hold as the sensations are so disturbing.
I'm hoping to try the DMSO after a skin patch test. Then perhaps apply the gel topically. After that I will take a teaspoon or so in distilled water? Or is it Ok in just regular water- I have filtered water.
It feel like blood or electric circuits getting interrupted in flow.
Take care
Cheryl
I use distilled water as I have it for a nespresso machine anyway. I’m kind of disillusioned by the pro metabolic diet. It started out well but I was using Jay Feldmans program. It’s not working for me. I can truly say I have had no benefits after 1 1/2 years. I’ve got to be honest. I’ve just been kidding myself. That program re@lly pushes the decent carbs but the push to get more and more calories and carbs in the face of my glucose metabolism problems just made it worse. I developed lower intestinal problems I have never had in my life(76). Bad terrible sleep, aw3ful weight gain, less energy and my thyroid numbers have not improved that much. They were better in January tests but I was taking a recommended T3 supplement and T3 looked better but I just cannot find ANY dose that doesn’t make me feel crappy, even spreading it out, so I’m not doing that. I take LDN for Hashimotos but didn’t for a month and my numbers went way up so back on LDN. I’ve decided to go back on a higher protein, middle fat and some fruit and veg carbs. I don’t think I handle starches and I have always limited grains. I had that nasty flu in January and still have fatigue so that messed with everything. As post menopausal I’m kind of tired of these young active people and gurus going on and on about these things. Done. I was low carb way too long so my metabolism tanked also. I didn’t continue on the DMSO for tinnitus but will try it again. I only did it once. Hope it works for you.
Me too but disappears within 30 min. Mine is 90% strength
You can dilute it until you can tolerate it.
Did you mention that DMSO should not be applied to the eyes directly if a person has lens implants?
Short answer is that I don't know so I'm advising people not to.
How about taking DMSO orally when a person has lens implants?
That's fine
There's got to be some sources of experience on DMSO and surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
Progress report #1...
5 mths of tendonitis & swelling @ base of left thumb. Very little relief after cortisone injection 2.5 mths ago. Week or so after reading the first article on DMSO I picked up Natures Tree roll on from a near by health food store and started applying it that day - 3 applications within 4 hours, 4 the next day, 4 the next day and again on the 4th day when I noticed my 73 y/o skin in that area looked like 120 year old skin, LOL. I suspended further use for about 6 days and then took a more conservative approach from then on to 3 apps a day because the skin was returning to normal except for peeling skin as if I'd gotten too much sun but without the red sun burn. Normally I've been wearing a short wrist/thumb brace 24/7 except for this last 4 days where I've skipped it during most of those days. I do wear it at night tho as a precaution. This is progress, really. Very little pain anymore and if I do feel pain after exerting it it passes in a flash and doesn't get any worse. Also the swelling has diminished by about 40% in the last 2 days!!!
Progress #2...
Painful L4/L5 disc issue for 50 years (new home carpenter contractor). Disks above it and below aren't too much better. Arthritis in those bones doesn't help nor does living in the snow belt. I've probably had 10-12 epidurals and eventually 6 nerve branch ablations. Was scheduled for disc fusion about 1980 but I chickened out after hearing about Joe Montana's fusion not helping. Started applying DMSO roll on that same week as I did on my wrist but only 2 times a week. So far there's been 2 adverse changes in the weather that should've held me down for a day or 2 yet not a twinge of pain even getting out of bed.
Going to graduate to oral consumption this week for my other malady's.
Thanks, Doc, ya did good, real good!!!
I am sincerely hoping there's an upcoming article about eczema and DMSO
I am 52 years old and had my first ever very bad dyshidrotic eczema outbreak. It has been torture!
I have a feeling I have a histamine intolerance that finally has reared it's ugly head as eczema (hair loss, terrible heartburn, food intolerances, massive fatigue, joint pain).
If DMSO can help me heal inside and out I am on board!
Yes, I still have not done the skin article yet. DMSO helps with a lot of skin issues.
This would be a great article... I would like to read if kidney,rosacea, tinnitus are connected.
I had dyshidrotic eczema for years. I finally stumbled upon a cure by accident. I had blisters on my hands, rashes on my arms, legs and stomach when I started a juice fast and within a couple days the itchiness started subsiding and the rashes which at that point I had for almost 2 years also went away. I was on the juice fast, just drank juice from organic veggies/fruits for about 2 weeks.
Thanks for yet another incredibly useful post. A simple question (possibly a dumb one). Given that DMSO has a solvent effect on some plastics, are DMSO drops safe to use when flexible lens implants are inserted following cataract surgery ?
Short answer is I don't know. Anything besides drops directly to the eyes is fine, for drops to the eyes, the data doesn't exist to adequately answer the question.
There's got to be some sources of experience on DMSO and surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
Can you comment on using it to improve eye floaters since I had radial keratotomy and lasix?
Apologies if this has been answered already, but when taking DMSO orally, is there a recommendation regarding full vs. empty stomach? Or certain foods that might have elements (chemical - natural or applied) which would be "drawn out" by DMSO and made more toxic?
P.S. - Count me as one of your admirers. Thank you.
very good question. I have started taking it on an empty stomach, just 1/2 teaspoon mixed in water, once or twice a day. Intuitively it didn't feel right to take it with food, but I will be interested to see what MWD has to say about this.
AMD said somewhere above that it was better to take it after food.
thank you! So that sounds like taking it after eating, NOT on an empty stomach as I have been doing.
Thanks. I have 99% DMSO liquid. What concentration are you using orally?
I also use the 99%. I just put 1/2 teaspoon into a glass and then add like a quarter cup of water. My thinking is that if you're taking it orally, you don't need a strong solution. What's important is the amount of DMSO itself. In my case, it's 1/2 teaspoon of pure DMSO. Diluting it dilutes the taste, making it easier to drink. Once it hits the stomach it will be diluted by digestive juices and whatever else is in there.
I have started that. I actually don’t mind the taste. Lol. I’ve just gotten it so tried on an empty stomach. I’ll try it after breakfast. I have had some digestive issues since I stopped keto and low carb. Maybe it will help
SOS - I keep getting to the "end" and seeing "subscribe to continue" yet I am already a paid subscriber. Any hints?
Does the good doc see comments? I am wondering about application of DMSO to lipoma/"fatty tumors" - I can't suggest a mechanism, but wonder (it seems to work for everything else).
Thank you for a VERY informative evening of reading!
can you contact support@substack.com? If you can see the comments, you should be logged in as a paid subscriber
I found if I google (or another search engine.) “Substack chat”. The online chat can give very fast answers.
my only suggestion is to log out and log back in and then reload the page.
I have that problem if I open on my iPhone. It actually says paid but I am not shown the entire thing. It works in my ipad fine. Google “Substack chat” and you can ask on line your problem. They will give an answer. I got one for my problem, made a screenshot and will try it.
Is having cataract surgery a contraindication. Can there be an adverse reaction from DMSO with a synthetic/manufactured lens in eye? Thank You.
I don't know. With oral, or topical, no issue, but with eye drops, possibly. As best as I can tell, the common materials in the lens have limited solubility in DMSO, but there's still a possibility the lens could get altered and then no longer let light through correctly. I've never heard of this happening, but since it's possible, I can't guarantee its safe.
Thank You. I have incredible distance vision since having the surgery this past summer and don’t want to risk anything. I intend to use oral and/or topical for other issues (tinnitus being one) and was concerned about any use of DMSO. Will definitely stay away from eye drops (not needed for any eye issues in any case). FWIW, I had the Light Adjustable Lens implanted. Refractive errors and astigmatism can be “tweaked” post surgery since the lens is made of a special photosensitive material that changes the shape and power the implanted lens in response to ultraviolet (UV) light….so not the common material that is traditionally used. Thanks again.
How are those working? They told me they aren't that good.
I had incredible success. Two month process and it is more expensive, but in my estimation, very well worth it. https://rxsight.com/ is the manufacturer.
Great question, and I want to know on behalf of a close relative, too.
There's got to be some sources of experience on DMSO and surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
I wonder if the potential wax inside ears can have an impact in DMSO applied inside the ears to deal with tinnitus and/or hearing loss?
May need to clean out with hydrogen peroxide first.
Thanks; I just wonder about the possibility of wax, not knowing there is some left over; would this potential wax attach itself to the DMSO and go back into the body?
I have many dental crowns in my mouth that at some point I hope to have removed. Presently I take DMSO w/ RO water orally through a glass straw that I position as far back in my mouth ( and as far away from teeth as possible) to ingest. Then drink additional RO water to clear the area.
Question since these crowns are metal lined and I don't know what chemicals are used for the so-called porcelain exterior of the crowns am I at risk?
To the best of my knowledge that is not an issue.
Thank you for these most informative article series on DMSO. If one wanted to read more about it, can you recommend any title for people with no medical background?
https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/p/the-fdas-war-against-dmso-and-america
hello Doc, I'm so grateful for this series. if you can imagine I've learned of DMSO from Dr. Vollmer (DMSO store) years ago and had it but was hesitant to use. my husband has cataracts and we did buy the drops, so far no success but he got a floater and so we were worried about that other eye so stopped. I'm a little confused by the following you said:
"when DMSO is taken by mouth, the total concentration should always be kept to 20% or less, and ideally, it should be taken slowly after eating a meal."
if I have her oral DMSO as well, what does it mean 20% or less? mixing a teaspoon in a glass of water approximately? do you have a specific protocol for cataracts? we are going ot start up her eyedrops which are 40% with Vit. C but she also recommends to take orally. any recommendations on how much to take -- we have a bottle of her solution. I'm a little hesitant to make solutions on my own but will try. we are desperate not to get the eye surgery if possible. if anyone has success with cataracts here I'm all ears! thanks !
Basically it means don't drink straight DMSO. If you put a teaspoon in water the concentration will be way below 20%.
As far as cataract protocols, everything that I know was posted in the article.
I love this series and you’ve provided excellent info on the many uses of DMSO. I have used it for years but still have issues with utilizing all the possibilities because I need specific formulas or recipes you might say. I make this for many People and could help many more if I have written information I can trust for how much DMSO, what all to mix it with for specific purposes. You have given many but I wonder if you have a reference for like a recipe book for DMSO?
There isn't really one because there's so much variability.
The closet to it is this one: https://www.amazon.com/DMSO-Handbook-New-Paradigm-Healthcare/dp/3981525558
Thank you, I just ordered that book.
The book I just got on Amazon “Healing with DMSO” has some information on a chart about mixtures for what you are using it for. Mostly dilution percentages plus some things like castor oil you can mix it with.
I purchased DMSO from Jacobs Lab. It came in plastic bottles. I transferred it to glass. Just a note.
Go back to their site, they sell 70% dilution DMSO in glass bottles. It is the only one I use.
Jacob also sells 99.98% 4oz glass bottles at:
https://jacoblab.com/product/dmso-99-98-pure-4oz-glass
Did you get the liquid or gel? I believe the gel is okay in plastic bottles the doc said. Don’t quote me on it though!
Getting mine from the DMSOStore.com, which has extensive collection of varied sizes and concentrations of the liquids in glass.
I got the 99.99% and can't imagine trying that in plastic.
First time users here.
Great article !
I have been playing the "adjust the doseage" game with thyroid medications for 30 years to treat my Hashimoto's. Hoping for an article on that.
I am planning to write about that, I just haven't because others already have.
Don't let that stop you, go for it !!!
Thank you. So much nonsense on thyroid. I’m using T3 and dosage is a real head scratcher. Hashimotos as well.
Hashimotos here. I hurt my thyroid from undereating and low carb all my life (76). I’m trying to heal now. I’m taking T3 but dosage is very complicated. It’s a tiny tablet and I have to cut it into 6ths. I have to get it from Mexico since my functional medicine doc won’t prescribe it. I had my labs alalyzed in the group online I’m using to recover from being on lowcarb and undereating all my life. The lowcarb keto,carnivore fasting, IF gurus don’t tell you about the dangers of this long term.
I hurt my thyroid (Hashi's) from eating lotsa carbs and everything else in the Standard American Diet for years. I'm 68 now. Going LoCarb has been a huge help for me and I've been LoCarb for over 7 years now.
Strange ... my Hashimoto cleared completely with PKD (paleo ketogenic diet). The recommendation came from a doctor (from Hungary) and the clinic is Hungarian (previous name was Paleomedicina.com)
The diet is a carnivore ketogenic diet; every week I have to eat an organ (liver, brain, etc.)
I also had a homeopathic treatment due to the fact that apart from Hashimoto, my T4 and T3 were low, but the TSH was normal or slightly elevated. The diagnostic was H + secondary hypothyroidism, which means the pituitary or the hypothalamus might not work properly. Homeopathic treatment helped a lot (they have a kind of organ remedies and I received some personalized remedies + the one for the hypothalamus).
My thyroid was a mess and is perfect now. I feel great on PKD.
Welcome to the club, there are many.
Half my family died of it because in the 1920's,30's,40's...etc., thyroid panel blood tests were not routinely given. I can remember my mother telling our family doctor about her extreme fatigue, dry skin, sensitivity to cold, all classic symptoms but he didn't get it. They never knew they all had the same problem. It's why I went into medicine in my 50's after a 30 year career writing software.
If I recall correctly, Hashimoto's was the subject of Episode 10 of "Diagnosis Unknown" (or something like that, TV series of 20 years or more ago).
The one thing we all find out is that you CANNOT blindly take T4 and expect everything to work out just fine. Some need both T3 and T4 (Armour), others don't have good T3 production irrespective of how much T4 they take.
It's.....complicated. Let's wait for MW Doc to comment, his (or her) articles are well researched here and often show new angles which the FDA and conventional medical orthodoxy have been programmed to disavow, ignore or worse, denounce.
Jscob Lab products are available in the UK through a small family business in Manchester. medimush.co.uk
Hi AMD,
I have optic nerve damage. I've been using DMSO orally and would like to try it as an eye drop. However, I had cataracts removed in 2020 and replacement lenses were inserted. Can I use the DMSO in my eyes as a drop given the lenses are permanent? Also, have you heard anything about DMSO helping the optic nerve? Responses from the community are welcome also. Thank you.
I commented a few messages up that using a plastic measuring spoon with DMSO caused the plastic to cloud instantly. That would be a terrible outcome in your eye if your artificial lens did the same
I have the same question, and am searching these comments in hope someone will have found resources for good info on this.
To others in these comments, AMD has answered a precautious "No" based on his not having knowledge of good data on it.
Still, there's got to be some sources of experience on DMSO and surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
Hello AMD,
I wonder if the topical application or ingestion of DMSO has had any positive effects on, or alleviates symptoms associated with BPH, prostatitis, etc.? I know a lot of folks who have issues. I imagine you do as well. Thanks for the excellent reading. I really enjoy your articles and perspective.
Yes, have not gotten to that part yet.
You don't comment on if DMSO is safe to use orally for persons who have silver fillings, amalgam. I have read a few warnings in a DMSO Facebook group that the dmso could cause the fillings to fall out and wonder if there is any reason to worry about this. I have swallowed DMSO repeatedly without any problems, but I would like to see if it can help removing (softening) tartar, and if I ever have any other dental issues I would have loved to try DMSO, unless the risk of losing the fillings is high. On the other hand, getting rid of such fillings might good...
I do not know, so I would advise not doing it. That said, it is in your absolute best interest to get the fillings removed, although you need to work with a biological dentist who knows how to do this (as if they are removed incorrectly they can dump a lot of mercury into your system).
Thank you for making this comment. I have been on the fence about removing my fillings....
I had all my mercury fillings removed by a holistic dentist who understood how to do it properly, and am sorry only that it took me so long to realise how toxic they had been. A generalised fatigue that had been creeping up on me for years before that disappeared soon after. My complexion, which I had noticed becoming pale and faintly greyish, pinked up nicely and has stayed that way.
Yes I had the same question and one more.
I’m in the process of getting mercury/silver amalgams removed but still have two teeth to deal with, so was worried about direct DMSO applications in mouth.
Second, what about natural bio fillings and/or crowns and adhesives. I go to to a fantastic holistic dentist, but would be worried about weakening any kind of bonding of fillings/crowns. Since DMSO is such a natural solvent…
Thoughts?
Glad you are having a holistic dentist do this. I had this done 25 years ago. Make sure you wear old clothes and shoes so you can change immediately after, place in a bag and toss.
Don’t swish it around in your mouth? Toss it back like a cheap shot of hooch
me too - wondering about the adhesives used especially - i mean it's glue in your mouth (which was already bad enough when freshly used, holistic dentist or not)
Haha. I was speaking at the lectern of my church one Sunday and a front upper temporary crown flew off and landed on the floor in front of the lectern. I had to go down and pick it up and place it back in. That was a hoot.
Please see my comment above.
Also, you can do the BioComp test which will tell which materials you are sensitive. And they have material now with no bpa and phlalates, I think even porcelain ones. I'm going through it now so am about to find out the details.
Most of my old fillings are gone, replaced by crowns. My heavy metals detoxes (2 rounds) didn’t show a mercury problem. I had bulimia as a younger woman and it messed up my teeth pretty thoroughly. I haven’t had any issues since I had a root canal removed and changed my diet. Hopefully. Id like to hear if DMSO is useful for teeth. I’ve never had gum disease or bleeding gums.
The thing to remember about removal is it's not just the protocol for removal. I had many removed in the 90's by the president of the holistic dental association, trained by Huggins. I was great for 6 weeks, then my body dumped it's stores (which it does), I was already toxic from mold and my cysteine was high so it shunted to my brain. I became severally cognitively impaired (lost 50 IQ points per the testing.)
Mercury fillings are terrible but people should really be working with a naturopath who is knowledgeable about this, to make sure their detox systems are working, eliminate channels are open, nutrient amounts are correct, and plans are in place to bind up the mercury that gets dumped.
Does anyone here have experience of using DMSO with amalgam/silver fillings - good or bad?
Please see my comment above.
What if you have had cataract surgery - wouldn't DMSO adversely interact with the material of the artificial lenses? And if so it would it then follow that you can't use DMSO around the eyes?
I really do not know, so in the abundance of caution, I would advise not doing it. From what I've found, there do not appears to be any issues with other routes of administration (ie. oral or topical), but when placed on the eyes, it could potentially alter the artificial lens or have difficulty draining from the eyes.
I have the same question, and am searching these comments in hope someone will have found resources for good info on this.
I appreciate AMD's logic and abundance of caution on this. Still, there's got to be some sources of experience on DMSO and surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
I am afraid to try it because I used a plastic measuring spoon for DMSO the first time I tried it and the plastic instantly clouded. I could rub the white film off the spoon but obviously that’s not an option in your eye
Newer subscriber here... I'm so appreciative for all the information re DMSO, presented in a measured way.
Perhaps you've already addressed this issue: what about the strong garlicy smell many people complain about (in the comments on Amazon!). Is this really an issue, and are there ways to minimize this apparent drawback?
It's an issue for some people but not others. Sometimes it improves over time (especially if improve your general health). You also can take some type of oxidizing agent concurrently so there is less reductive stress in your system.
Thank you. It seems that chlorine dioxide would be a good companion to DMSO, then?
yes
I take parsley capsules everyday and that appears to work for me. I mainly use topically mixed with magnesium oil.
I remember my friend's dad using DMSO on horses when I was younger. I have 99% DMSO and was wondering if there are any specific glass mixing bottles or dropper bottles you recommend. I notice there is plastic on most of the dropper tops & I'm not sure if the DMSO will interact.
Any advice or recommendations on this matter will be most appreciated.
appreciated.
Thank you for all you do!
I read somewhere that we shouldn't use DMSO drops in our eyes if we've had cataracts replaced with artificial lenses. It stated that the DMSO could cause the replaced lenses to get cloudy. Is there any clinical data that shows this? I ask because I've had retinal tears in both eyes repaired, both eyes have had cataract surgery and my left eye had a partial detachment of the retina that was repaired with surgery. I wanted to start using DMSO drops as a preventative measure for any other possible issues with my eyes.
I've had a chest problem since 2016.
Due to the "advanced" medicine in my home country of Macedonia and my weight at the time, no doctor took an X-ray, let alone a CT scan.
In the end, I got an X-ray on my own, and the result was emphysema. Officially, I was told there’s no help for me, so I started looking into unofficial options to see what’s out there.
I engaged GROK from X, and it started finding some things.
To keep it short, I’ll write what I’ve been using with no effect—maybe I’m not dosing correctly.
If anyone wants to help, please do, because I’m at the end of my rope. I nebulize 3 ml of DMSO (50/50 ratio) twice a day.
I nebulize 1 ml of liposomal glutathione (containing 55 mg glutathione) twice a day.
I nebulize 15-20 drops of propolis once a day.
And sometimes I nebulize 3% hydrogen peroxide diluted in a 2 ml hydrogen to 10 ml water ratio.
All well and good, but I bought pure DMSO from Germany and used it diluted as instructed on a skin rash. It made it much worse.
Do you have a source for the use of superoxide dismutase solution in addition to DMSO for cataracts that discusses concentration? Do you know if the DMSO Handbook that you referenced discusses this?
Hoping you can provide detail on spray used in tinnitus study. Concentration? Mixed with distilled water? Sprayed into? or around? the ear?
Thank you. I love reading the information you provide.
Unfortunately, I must say that pure 99.5% DMSO from Germany made a slight skin rash on my ankle MUCH WORSE after treating the area twice over three days with the product diluted 50% with distilled water. It clearly is not the cute-all proclaimed by some.
It seems as though I won't be able to treat myself for tinnitus, since the DMSO, which I can purchase on my own, must be combined with other ingredients that I can't source on my own (y-ketophenylbutazone, moroxydine HCl, hydrocortisone, lidocaine HCl, n-propylcarbinol) in a spray, with multi-ingredient injections at the same time. What's a girl to do?
I have been using DMSO topically using the information you have provided. I would like to use it in my eyes for macular degeneration but as I have had cataract surgery, I wonder about the safety of using it, as the replacement lenses are plastic.
Trying DMSO gel on parotid gland mass as I do not want a needle biopsy! Fingers crossed and praying!
Can DMSO eye drops be used after cataract surgery with a lens implant?
My friend’s teenage son has been diagnosed with a genetic eye disorder called Stargardt Disease. Is there any research that shows DMSO can halt or reverse the damage to the macula caused by Stargardts?
Thank you for all this information! Question - you mention that for eyes, people remove contact lenses. What if the person had cataract surgery and had the lense replaced. Is this still safe to use for those people since those lenses cannot be removed?
My friend’s son has just been diagnosed with a genetic eye disorder called Stargardt Disease…is there any research that shows DMSO can halt or reverse the damage to the macula?
Thanks for the info--What I have not seen yet is a treatment for 24/7 "Dry Mouth" . Sjogren has been ruled out by 2 different specialists.
any experience with dry mouth? With DMSO or anything else like ivermectin.
Thank you MWD. You are a treasure
Dear Doctor - Looked at this site: Note: at the 1974 symposium, this author also presented a paper on how DMSO could be used to treat hearing loss. Couldn't find an article about hearing loss on there! Sister-in-law might have Meniere's. Lost hearing in one ear, and now is losing it in another. Wondering if there's any links about DMSO for hearing loss like Minieres.
I've been using eye drops (20% DMSO, 80% physiological serum) for 3 days now, and I already notice I have less eye floaters. But the DMSO I'am using is the 70% pure, not the 99%. Is the 70% dangerous? Should I switch to the 99% or I can keep using it?. Thank you.
As long as you can do the math, that doesn't matter. It's pure DMSO diluted to 70% with purified water.
I am interested in more specifics about how to begin using DMSO for macular degeneration and tinnitus.
Also, is there a list of doctors who are open to the use of DMSO? I would love to find one in the Myrtle Beach SC area for my mom who has macular degeneration.
Does anyone know if drinking a teaspoon of DMSO in hot coffee or tea will increase the absorption of pesticides or other contaminants present in the coffee beans (or tea) into your body? I have been drinking DMSO in my coffee in the morning, and in my tea in the evening, and I am concerned about that.
My husband has been following you for some time and we have purchased DMSO. I’ve been using it for arthritis in my hands and a hip. It is helping. I had cataract surgery and eye implants about a year ago. I’ve recently noticed more and bigger floaters. Can DMSO be used when you have Clareon Toric UV implants?
My son uses DMSO eye drops for Retinitis Pigmentosa. They seem to be helping but I cannot find a Doctor willing to help him. He just treats himself. But he wants to get contact lens to maybe widen his field of vision. If he uses the eyedrops at night can he put in his contacts in the morning without damaging them and his eyes? Can anyone tell me if they wear contacts and use DMSO drops?
Hello, I have been diagnosed with wet myopic macular degeneration. Would DMSO help this? I am receiving monthly eye injections. Not fun. Thank you
I have been diagnosed with wet myopic macular degeneration. I am already taking the injections which are slightly painful and leave my eye irritated for several hours. Will DMSO help this?
Dear AMD,
I love your writing, it is direct, and concise. I have referral your articles to my friends. Don't be discouraged. Pharma doesn't like you which means you are helping people. Please keep publishing your articles. Thanks
I bought the gel form at Tractor Supply. Is that OK to use? 99% pure
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Sorry to ask as you've probably written it but I cannot find how to use DMSO for tinnitus. Do you put it directly in the ears or elsewhere? And what concentration should I use? Thank you.
I have a small vein bleed in one of my eyes and receive IVF treatments once every 10 weeks. Would DMSO help in a situation like this? Thank you!
Thank you for all of your posts! I would like to know specifically how to apply DMSO to address tinnitus. I have both the liquid and gel.
Such huge articles to wade through. I have DMSO, have noticed no change in the six weeks I have been taking it. I think the problem is I literally don't know where to start. Instructions are vague
thank you, AMD.
During Covid we used it in a nebulizer with saline solution
Love these articles about DMSO. Thank you. I would like to know what a good DMSO is to purchase b/c I can't find any information in these articles. I want it for my knees specifically but will use it wherever. And... how do you know which one you can ingest? Thanks ahead of time for taking the time to answer.
It's at the bottom of the article.
So my optometrist says I have a cataract and I'd like to use 10% DMSO to start with. I bought a bottle of saline solution at the pharmacy, would like a 2nd opinion on these ingredients, please & thanks. Boric acid, sodium berate, potassium chloride, sodium chloride, polyaminopropyl biguanide 0.00003%, and edetate disodium 0.025%. Much appreciated!
I was interested in your passing references to the possible ability of DMSO to lower intraocular eye pressure. Are there more glaucoma-focused studies than the ones mentioned?
I have developed allergies to all the popular pressure lowering medications, and the next alternative is surgery. I would love to find another alternative before going under the knife!
I am a looooong time follower having found you [somehow] through Dr. Tenpenny, who, quiet frankly was a god send during COVID. It saved us from getting Vaxxed. I just became a paid subscriber because I am desperately trying to heal my cat whom, I believe, has a hematoma. I do not believe any of your articles cover DMSO and animals (although my husband used to be a polo player and he said they used it on their horses legs if they got muscle strains). The Vetranarian's around here "go-to" seem to be euthanasia. Though I hope I'm not going to unwittingly kill her myself. I am giving her 3 drops of DMSO in distilled water 1 hour after she eats, as well as cleaning the sometimes bloody ear with fresh distilled water followed by an application of DMSO (1 drop on a saturated cotton ball).
It's probably a little pie-in-the-sky thinking expecting advice. But nothing ventured nothing gained. Thanks for listening. Robin
I am trying to find the 2nd article regarding dosing to treat eyes.
It's in here
Thank you!
If only it had all gone down the way RFK Jr. thought it would! But it has NOT. Trump placed GATE KEEPERS around Kennedy, and he isn't allowed to do any of what he said he would do. Instead they have him pushing MMR Shots when he has said they CAUSE Autism! And removing red Dye. And no one is stopping the Genocide of Humanity with mRNA shots.
The only reason Trump included him in his Cabinet was to get the votes Kennedy brought with him. Many people, myself included had decided NOT to vote for Trump again, and vote for Kennedy instead. If he had run against Trump, Kennedy would have won. And the people in control couldn't have that. They needed a man they could control.
I'm so sick of hoping that this NEW government really give a crap about us! If they did, Trump would never had placed Susie Willes in to the GATE KEEPER Position as Chief of Staff in his WHITEHOUSE. He is no different than all the rest. He placed those 2 Gate Keepers around Kennedy!
They were TRUMP's Choices!
Can it clear up acetic keratosis patches (non cancerous) on the body?
I had a tooth infection and gum disease that improved in hours after putting a 50/50 swab of DMSO in my cheek, and the next day the pain, swelling and bleeding gums were gone! I LOVE DMSO and tell everyone I know about your research, doctor!
I am concerned about the materials my 4 crowns are made of and use the DMSO sparingly so I don't destroy them, but as soon as I can afford a natural dentist to pull off the crowns and replace with stem-cell-grown tooth material, I'll be drinking DMSO daily :)
It's my go-to for clearing psoriasis plaques, swollen legs after all-day abuse, and for infection-clearing and wound-healing magic :)
Without your articles, I wouldn't have known a fraction of the benefits of DMSO and have kept it only to skin issues. But amazingly, it's great for so many things that it feels like witchcraft, lol
Does it have success with TBI?
i have had lasik and RK on my eyes. I also have very bad eye floaties in the right eye that i would love to improve. What dilution of DMSO should i try? I also have tinnitus and my wife has hearing loss in one ear from a scuba trip years ago. what dilution should i use for ears?
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I have blocked eustacian tubes and tinnitus that gradually developed following 2nd Pfizer jab in 2021 (no boosters!) ENT recommended expensive hearing aids that don’t help at all. I wonder if anyone reading this series has had any success with DMSO for this issue or similar. And if so, how did you treat it?
Dear AMD, thank you! I came across an X link from Pierre Kory at just the right time with my husband prescribed cataract operations for diminishing sight and his eye pressure rising 4 points in 1 year, despite treatment with eye drops, leading to glaucoma risk. He decided to try strong DMSO drops, along with his existing eye drops and after 2 months had a marked improvement in his sight, particularly the worst eye. After 4 months more improvement beyond doubt using a home printed eye chart - not calibrated but useful. After his optician test this week his eye pressure had gone back down 2 points in 4 months. Carrying on to see if he can get it to normal. Thanks again
I went to all of the drug stores in town to look for sterile saline and none of them carried saline that did not have other ingredients in it. Can anybody who might read my comment suggest a brand or a web site where I might have better luck finding such a product?
My mother has gotten strokes in her optic nerves. Just last week she had more in her second eye and now is unable to drive. What is the treatment protocol for these eye problems? Flush eye with 99%dmso, diluted? How long? How frequently?
What would be the exact treatment for tinnitus? I read something about a spray?
I have a 7-Day Free Trial on a potential, subscription of $7.99/mo, to this substack newsletter and need to know how to unsubscribe if needed to ensure I'm not charged on my credit card if I choose not to proceed. (I also sent you an email.)
I can't find any instructions for such in your Welcome email or website. Do I simply "unsubscribe" from the news letter before the 7 day period is up?
Thank-you kindly,
Is there a danger using DMSO with dental amalgams (mercury)?
I've had tinnitus for over 20 years & have never benefitted from any of the various offerings I've come across (except to learn of components that have indeed been beneficial to my brain health & memory, for which I'm grateful). This is the first I've heard of DMSO being helpful for tinnitus, & I'm excited about it & will pursue it.
Like your other readers who comment, I'm wholly impressed by your writing & research, & greatly appreciate your comprehensive approach (retired RN but have always preferred the natural approach if available). I feel like I'm back in class again, & lovin' it. Thank you deeply!
In reading several books on using DMSO for cataracts I saw the advice to use DMSO with SOD dismutase. I cannot find the SOD dismutase in a liquid form. I have been using DMSO with other liquids, but I think I still have cataracts. AMD - vacancy you advise where to find this? Thank you!
Thank you. I am so glad I take the time to fully read your articles because you answer the questions I have in the articles. Appreciate the links too. You are doing G-d's work here. You are my first paid subscription (that's suppose to be a compliment to you) too. All those horrible things that happened during the fakedemic are have been fuel to use that experience for good and your channel is proof of that. Blessings
I have ambliopia. Will DMSO help with that?
Regarding, DMSO use in eyedrops I've been doing a lot of online research and would appreciate any input someone can provide.
My Mom is in her late 70's and has type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, previous triple bypass.
A few days ago she had what has been identified as a CRAO (Central retinal artery occlusion). It is a blood clot in the main artery feeding the retina of her left eye. Her vision has had short bursts where it improved in the left eye, but mostly is extremely poor.
She had previous cataract surgery 10 years ago.
I've seen concerns raised regarding whether it is safe to put DMSO drops in your eyes if you have Intraocular lenses (IOLs) for cataract surgery which are made of acrylic, silicone, or other plastic materials.
I would appreciate any guidance, resources or relevant experiences that might help create an optimal treatment protocol.
Unfortunately I have a friend that has taken the Covid vax about 7 times. I try to talk him out of it but he won't listen. He baits me by repeatly asking if he should get another covid shot. I have tried to tell people but they won't listen and so some of my "friends" are get mad at me. I encourage people to strengthen their immune system by using Vit. C, D and zinc. This makes them mad as well. Fortunately a lot of my friends agreed with me and have stopped taking boosters.
Oops this probably doesn't belong on this posting since the topic is DMSO.
My husband and I love your articles you do a great job. Thanks so much it is obvious that you spend a lot time researching and writing.
I became excited while reading about treating tinnitus as I’ve had it for 30 years. But upon subscribing and reading the fine print, I don’t have access to preservative free lidocaine, or any of the other meds, and I haven’t met a local doctor yet that didn’t try and upsell me a whole set of testing instead of addressing my actual problem. I went in for a sprained ankle and the doc wanted me to do a colonoscopy, mammogram, vaccines and full blood panel and refused to send me to an ortho even though a bone chip was found on my x-ray. Anyway, I appreciate your information, it helped saved a friend’s life with colon cancer, but I seem to be relegated for screaming in my ears for life.
I'm new here and reading one of your articles each day! - they're easy to read and thorough enough to use the information to be able to make a clear plan to reach my own health goals. Without the in-depth info, I would feel much less confident in applying this knowledge!
I previously read a book on DMSO and have used it successfully on my psoriasis for about a year, but you Doctor, are blowing my mind about all sorts of healing potential in DMSO that I hadn't heard of or even considered! I've been studying natural treatments and medicines for over 15 years since I was diagnosed with 2 autoimmune diseases in my early 20's. It's become apparent to me how much of the really good and effective medicine has been intentionally buried even at the cost of countless careers and lives.
Thank you so much for this vital, life-saving information. I subscribed after reading just the first 2 articles and even just one of them was worth the price of the subscription to me. If you ever publish a printed book, I'll be pre-ordering it.
I'm glad we're legally able to buy DMSO, but with the suppression of understanding of how to use it I've been unable to use it to it's full healing potential - until now!
You're a rebel and a revolutionary. I'm deeply grateful you're putting your very life on the line to present this information. Your articles this week are a literal answer to my prayers and I'll be using this information to help my whole extended family (I'm the designated family health and nutrition researcher ;)
I hope you'll keep ignoring the complainers because you're saving lives and QUALITY of lives in a country that's been betrayed by it's government for pharmaceutical blood money.
Sincerely,
A new reader in Utah
I have been applying DMSO topically on my face, neck and around my ears, as well as several parts of my body (arms, legs, abdomen).
A few things:
1) A skin tag on one of my arms dried up and fell off.
2) One of the covid vaccine side effects that I experienced is that I lost hearing in the low tone and high tones. After topical use of DMSO for several months, my low tone mild hearing impairment is now in the normal range. It improved by 10 to 15 dB in both ears. However, my high tone hearing impairment has not yet improved.
3) I have not been as susceptible to respiratory imfections.
4) My brain fog has improved. (Another covid vaccine side effect).
5) I am more emotionally balanced and feel energetically protected.
I am 51 years old, for reference.
Thank you for all of the info you share!
I have suffered from severe dry eye for years. (I've had to have Meibomian Gland Probing done twice for my condition, in addition to numerous other treatments). I am having a positive experience using 40% DMSO eye drops. I purchased from the DMSO store. I find I need much less commercial eye drops. I use the DMSO drops throughout the day. My eye care routine now is the DMSO eye drops, massage around the eye area to move the oil (here is a helpful video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50A1Wr8XrOU -which my dry eye doctor supports) and daily heated mask. I am very hopeful about the continued benefit of the DMSO drops.
Can DMSO help Glaucoma?
With application topically, we use a small glass bottle with a roller ball, normally used with essential oils. It can be carried in your pocket even but makes it easy to accurately apply to an area or spot on face etc. Thank you AMD for the info on use.
I have just started using the DMSO from the DMSO store on Amazon at a 50/50 ratio of distilled water dmso. Doesn't sting on sun exposed skin. It does sting for about 30 seconds on unexposed skin. I haven't started using oral for my teeth which is next as My dentist has said I have periodontal disease.
I live in Denver and I'm having to self-medicate since I don't trust most. I never did receive the jab, only because the polio jab gave me such a hard time I am 68. I haven't had another jab of anything since the 60's lol.
But I do have a hip issue that comes and goes on my right side. So I apply the DMSO on the hip every night using my own Tallow lotion and I don't have the stinging on the hip when I do this application? Hopefully everyone will give their experiences with DMSO so that we have a good reason for RFK Jr to push.
where are the protocols that were promised with a subscription fee?
For Tinnitis: This article mentions a study where a "spray" was used. Are you saying the ear and side of head was sprayed? How would DMSO be best applied for Tinnitis?
Thank you very much for your incredible articles! I'd like to try DMSO, and I saw your warning about contacts. If I remember correctly, the DMSO travels in the bloodstream and much of it settles in the eyes, so how long after I apply it topically (not near my eyes) can I safely use my contacts? Would it be safe to apply the DMSO at bedtime and put in my contacts in the morning?
I have used DMSO in a Nettie pot to clear my sinuses from a very bad sinus infection derived from flu. I had so much mucus coming out of my nose that the inside of the nose was just peeling and raw. It took quite a while to get better and I I use the DMSO in the ceramic Netty pot only maybe three or four times but it was very helpful and it was 70%just a few drops with water warm water. I will say this it burned like the Dickens going in, but other than that no problem and it seem to be successful.
MWD
In researching DMSO for tinnitus I came across this study of DMSO damage to cochlear hair cells at certain concentrations. I don't know how to use the info but you likely will.
Keep up the good fight. You ARE winning.
Ref: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2262105/?t
PS The A. I. engine, Perplexity.ai, reports data on aspects of DMSO use if asked **very** specific questions.
I joined to get the protocol for tinnitus but I cant see anything specific?
I've had Tinnitus since I was 16 and realized the sound in my ears was not from the seashell I was listening to. Now -- at 85 -- nothing has changed but I'm intrigued with the idea that DSMO (recently purchased) might help but am unsure about how to use it. At 16, I decided I was listening to my blood circulating. The high-pitched whine, however, rules out that theory to my mind. I'm eager for any suggestions. Also -- I bought the cheapest DMSO on the Internet. Is this OK?
Do you think DMSO would dissolve a calcified tumor in the eye from treated retinoblastoma ?
I could why it theoretically could, but I've never come across anything similar to that being tried.
Will DMSO when used as a mouthwash react with mercury fillings or any other amalgams in your experience or research?
Truthfully, I do not know.
Is DMSO safe for people who have had cataract surgery?
Thank you for your articles. I look forward to reading everyone of them.
The opinions on that are mixed for it being applied directly to the eyes (some people think its a bad idea, others have reported no issue). When it's applied anywhere else besides to the eyes it is not an issue.
Where can I learn more about nebulized DMSO? We have concerns about the plastic components of nebulizer itself. My husband has used Albuterol for most of his life to manage "asthma" but he suspects he has chronic inflammation / scarring of his larynx and thinks DMSO could help.
I have not yet written about it. I am also not sure which nebulizers on the market have DMSO resistant plastic.
Thank you so much for this valuable information. I am fascinated with DSMO’s possibilities. I have been experimenting on myself with topical cream (70%), when I added eye drops (20%) I noticed a wonderful mental sharpness and a feeling of easy energy. I have a 93 year old father with macular degeneration. He also has heart issues and takes Eloquis. Do you know about possible drug interactions? Also, my 93 year old mother has the beginning stages of dementia. Is the recommended application for dementia oral? Thanks for any help you can give.
Hello All and AMWD from the UK.
I have come in via Pierre Kory on X in the nick of time I hope, as Husband prepares for cataracts surgery in the New Year. Glaucoma and cataracts managed so far on 2 meds but he really wants to try DMSO first and see if measurements change.
We have a bottle of 20% on its way.
QUESTION: Should he stop either of these for a few weeks or are there no drug clashes with DMSO to worry about?
Ganfort (Bimatoprost/timolol) and Dorzolamide (a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor) are his prescribed eye drops.
Is taking DMSO with hours space between these two other drops enough to protect from interactions?
It does mention checking with doctor re other sulfa medicines in the notes of Dorzalamide BUT we are between consultants at the moment and an unbiased response is unlikely.
Experience or informed advice very much welcome!
Thanks, Sue
Anyone have a link for preservative free lidocaine? Thanks!
Hi Good Dr. I'm a paid subscriber as I'm searching for help. I'm conscious of your time. I've ordered 70%Dmso and gel
Im unvaxed. For 15 mths have been experiencing ear and spasams in my head with various noices. Currently on Carbamazepine -2 weeks in. It just making symptoms slightly gentler, but I'm meant to increase dose to 400 mg....and never eat grapefruit- very strange. I'm not comfortable with this.
I feel my nerves have gone into Alarm mode. I'm waiting on another muscle relaxant cyclobenzabine...but still nervous about it.
My question is can I take dmso orally really after patch testing? I'm thinking about a teaspoon in juice? and rubbing gel on ears...head.
I don't know what caused my Tinnitis of 6 years morph into both ears, neck and jaw.
Could be mercury fillings.
I'm getting so worn out going to various specialist.
The neurologist thought possible Typewriter tinnitus ' nerve compression.
Also I will wait 2 weeks after stopping. Most mornings I wake up to suoerfast morse code which spasam around various place as above all day. 😌.
Can you also suggest I guide book that you are comfortable recommending?
So sorry for the long post
Gids Blessings Cheryl
I've been using DMSO and no matter the concentration, there is always the itching burning reaction. I can't imagine putting dmso into an ear canal and having to endure that. Any comment?
Doctor: is there retinal toxicity with DMSO?
See this comment by Steve Kirsch:
https://kirschsubstack.com/p/could-dmso-drops-restore-my-vision/comment/77067149
My question stems in part from this complaint from an elderly friend (85) who asks me:
"My eyes water when I eat. Interferes with reading in the am.
Also excessive throat clearing.
Would DMSO be worth a try?
I have seen an ENT, allergy doc and GP to no avail."
Dear Dr AMD,
I have had nasal polyps restricting my breathing and ability to smell for over a decade (I am 29). Would DMSO applied in the nose or on top of it help reduce the inflammation? Should I compline it with another remedy together? I have a nasal spray bottle that I can use.
I have to say….started taking oral DSMO. My ear immediately after a spoonful of dsmo in my orange juice for a couple of hours. My right ear feels warm and tingling. Odd feeling.
Buy my ear ringing has disappeared. In only two days of oral DSMO.
My neck pain has noticeably subsided too.
Omg. Really. Can this be really all DSMO.
Did anyone have a good experience using the DMSO eye drops that the website https://dmso.store/shop/ sells? Because its a bit of a pain making your own dmso saline mix and finding a safe dropper and bottle to use for it. Also which concentration should it be they sell 20% and 40%.
DMSO.store is not the same as DMSOstore.com and I cannot comment on their products
I have been using the 20% drop w/vit C for several days. I started at one or two drop in the am for 3 days and then have increased to twice a day. It burns like holy hell for about 30 seconds but then goes away and feels fine. What I really noticed was increased energy and clarity in thinking. Well worth it for me! I’m going to increase to the 40%. I wear mild glasses for distance and reading. Hoping to eliminate the need for glasses but the mental benefits are very worth continued investigation.
Which product do you use?
Can DMSO improve a vision thru eyes with plastic lenses acquired through eye surgery?
I do not know. There are mixed opinions on if you can apply it directly to the eyeballs in those cases (which is typically the most effective way to improve vision).
There's got to be some sources of experience on surgery-replaced lenses, it's so common a procedure for folks over 60 or so.
I hope you'll post something back here if you find any useful resources.
Can DMSO improve a vision thru eyes with plastic lenses acquired through eye surgery?
As mentioned in Amanda Vollmer's book "Healing with DMSO", there are certain plastics that are safe to use with DMSO and some that are not. The problem is that manufacturers that offer products in plastic containers don't say what kind they use. They might say "BPA Free" but that doesn't help.
Thanks for your work. I've been learning and using about DMSO for about 5 years. I usually don't go to doctors but at my wife's insistence, I got an eye exam and was come back in 2-3 years. Nothing found. Family history of glaucoma, she was worried that at 70, I might prudent to have a check up. I don't use my glasses for driving much any more also.
She, on the other hand, had cataract surgery and now is getting some kind of injection into her eye ball every couple on months. I don't think it's healthy and I know DMSO will help her. What I am not sure of is, will DMSO affect the cataract lens negatively?
Any data on DMSO and ALS?
I also appreciate this wealth of information. I’ve read that Lidocaine has nanotechnology in it, along with most dental anesthetics, if this helps anyone interested in using it for tinnitus.
AMD, thank you for your time and dedication!
One question. Could you please explain a little more about the differences between DMSO and MSM?
I've tried topical DMSO 70% for a month and still have skin irritations. I have osteoarthritis in my right knee.
As far as I know, MSM is an oxidized version of DMSO, but it seems easier to use. Is that correct? Or are there other considerations to take into account?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Hello! I am very excited to try DMSO for my mom's macular degeneration. I also want to try it for myself on my head for hair loss, I have tried everything else to no avail. However, my hair is dyed. Do I have to wait a certain period of time after it is dyed to apply the DMSO? I sure hope I can use it! thanks so much!
We are so blessed that we have doctors like yourself that are now able to help us achieve a greater understanding of medicine. I have known for at least twenty years that vaccines are bad. I followed Tenpenny and Laura Feder Keep it coming .
Hi there. Thank you again for your great work! I have a question about DMSO and perhaps a research project. I was telling my friend about your work DMSO and she said to be careful with it because it was a hormone disruptor. I don't recall seeing that in your work and was hoping you would comment on that.
I also just read a bit of research on the presence of hydrogen in the blood of the unvaxxed. He speculated it was there due to the massive increase in atmospheric spraying (chem trails) since last November. He ruled out the pcr test as a possible source. He was experimenting with several substances to clear them from the body and has been focusing on EDTA. I wondered about DMSO or MMS.
Thanks for your time. God bless.
Do you think DMSO might help with Stargardt's disease?
Frequency specific microcurrent (FSM) is supposed to be able to treat Stargardt's.
The article on Dr. Mercola's website brought me here. I have Nature's Gift liquid DMSO that is 99.9 percent pure (its in a plastic bottle, not glass) that I bought to mix with some Blue Emu for my wife's knee pain. However, the concept of using DMSO for the eyes was very fascinating to me. I have a high risk of glacoma due to type 2 diabetes and if applying DMSO to my eyes would help prevent that and even heal my vision to some extent, that would be awesome. So I'm clear, I'd get a glass eye dropper, purified water and a small amount of DMSO mixed together and then do a few drops in my eyes?
where do I find the articles on studies you mentioned? Specifically on the specifics in using DMSO for ear issues.
I bought DMSO and glass bottle with glass eye dropper which I boiled for 5 minutes. I also bought what I thought was sterile isotonic solution so I could mix up a bottle of eye drops.
Turns out what I received was eye wash…single use…which I must now throw away.
SOMEONE PLEASE RECOMMEND THE PROPER SOLUTION…brand name and where to buy.
THANK YOU!!!!!!
Thank you thank you thank you
Dear Dr, thank you so much for bringing DMSO to light. How can one find a physician or healer to help?
Hi. Thank you for another great article. My daughter has frequent nose bleeds. Apparently her blood vessels are closer to her skin.
Do you think a few drops of DMSO in her nostrils would help resolve this condition?
I ordered some Natures Gift DMSO which came in a plastic bottle (red label) and said “sold as a solvent only”. I intend to use it topically, possibly orally and as eye drops. Is this ok to use?
I've been trying to share this post on Facebook and have been declined multiple times. Are you shadow banned there??
I started using DMSO on injuries/inflammation based on your articles. At first I felt nothing but after a couple days of use I had relief. My problem now is that my family tells me I have bad breath - a smell they don’t recognize - kind of sour. I’d like to keep using dmso but don’t know if I want to be paranoid about my breath around other people. I have only used the dmso on my skin. Any thoughts on what’s going on, will it go away or how to treat it.
That is a very common side effect of DMSO.
I purchased the Jacob Lab gel and liquid and it came in PLASTIC containers, NOT GLASS! So disappointed! And they haven't responded to my email about it. I don't want to use it.
Gel is fine in plastic
If I may make a couple suggestions?
Instead of calling yourself the abbreviated AMD, use the abbreviation I use, which is AMWDr. No confusion possible. :-)
I have noticed in the past several articles that the editing of the articles has begun to suffer. This article has many editing issues. My second suggestion is that perhaps you find someone who is exacting and who would be willing to edit your articles before publication to make sure there are no significant grammatical or word-choice issues.
I so appreciate your work!
With the longer one, it's too many letters and all these extra things add up.
1) I have an editor.
2) Doing what I am currently is well over 100% of my capacity.
You are doing amazing stuff. I'm not surprised that you are operating at over 100% of your capacity, but the good you are doing is *immense*. Strike while the iron is hot. :-)
I just spent the last week going through a few thousands studies on google scholar to find some missing DMSO data...
Like I said, amazing. Or are you trying to make me feel guilty for complaining that the first half of the third sentence in the 14th paragraph of Section 6 of your latest article doesn't make sense? :-)))))))
If you send the passages I can edit them.
The most recent two or three articles have had no issues. If I see something that is really unclear in the future, I may note it to you. However, at the moment it seems my concerns were either a one-off or have been dealt with. Thank you. :-)
Is there any indication that DMSO might help with PD (Parkinson's), or MS (Multiple Sclerosis),...or tremor conditions?
Yes was covered in the autoimmune article
This information is priceless! I have tried to keep up with saving all of this in one place. Would be awesome if you would put all this in a pdf for us... many like myself would be willing to pay for it, like a book!
I will in the future!
I have vitreous gel detachment that is not improving. I've also had lasik surgery 20 years ago and have a corneal flap. Is DSMO safe for me and will it help? My research hasn't turned up anything.
One person here in that situation had a positive result from it. I don't know beyond that.
Jacob Lab says not to take their 99% DMSO internally in the directions. So is that to mean do not take it without mixing it in water or not at all?
It's probably a CYA, but it must be diluted.
It tastes best for me in good grape juice. Orange juice not so much. But I have experienced a big spike in energy since I started drinking it in juice near 2 weeks ago. Hope it continues. My knee pains lessened considerably by topical application. My husband just had a spot removed from his neck that was diagnosed melanoma. Very early stage and the doc will remove margin edges next week. Doc said it was about as early as it could be caught so that’s encouraging. How could I use DMSO on the area.?
After the surgery heals? Thanks for everything!
MWD, I found this NIH study from 2021 while doing some research on DMSO for eye problems. It's possible you cited it already, and if so, I apologize for the double tap.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34314611/
What is the purpose of having a break rather than taking it every day?
In certain chronic pain conditions, taking periodic breaks prevents you from developing a tolerance to it.
Thank you. I have been taking it for six weeks and although it has as yet had little effect on my rheumatoid arthritis, it has cleared my persistent eczema and has had a positive affect on my mood
Are you applying it to the rash? Or drinking? My mood has improved plus energy since drinking it. I had eczema once—it is NO FUN. Very glad it’s helped yours.
I’m drinking it. 1 tbsp daily. My skin is too sensitive for topical use
I find it tastes better in grape juice. A teaspoon a day right now.
Can you share information on where to get DMSO?
It's in the bottom of the article.
Thank you for replying, however I do not see that information in the bottom of the article. Is there a company link you can provide or the name of the brand or brands you might recommend?
There are a lot of options when purchasing DMSO. Of them, I believe these are the three best brands (which I’ve included links to purchase them):
•Jacob Lab (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.98% pure.
•Nature’s Gift (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.9% pure.
•The DMSO Store (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.995% pure.
Note: when buying liquid DMSO, it should always be sold in a glass container. Additionally, unless you feel confident you can dilute them correctly, get the 70% ones.
If you go to the article to where they are, there are links. I can't include links in comment.
Amazon sells it, DMSOstore brand is very low odor.
Can you share information on where to get DMSO?
Amazon or some natural food stores
What percentage of solution is recommend for the teeth? I recently had a tooth extraction and would like to swish dmso inside my mouth but am unsure of the dilution.
Thank you!
Do we know if DMSO is helpful in detoxing? Heavy metals, pesticides, mold toxins?
I read in the Healing with DMSO book that internally it changes to MSM which is detoxing. Why you may experience a detox reaction.
Thank you for continuing to provide such a comprehensive review of the literature as well as case studies supporting the use of DMSO. In regards to treating patients with HA/chronic migraine, I am curious whether applying DMSO topically to the head and neck in those who also receive scheduled Q10-12wk Botox injections for chronic migraine would change how the toxin attenuates migraine, whether decreasing its efficacy or duration of action. Do you have any idea about the interaction of DMSO and Botox? Thank you in advance for your help.
Will you be publishing the dosing and usage guidelines publicly? They were behind the paywalled portion when I went to read (I am now a paying subscriber).
A few other things have to happen first. If they're published publicly now it will be very counterproductive to what we are trying to do.
To Midwestern Doctor:
Based on your recommendations, I ordered the Jacob Lab DMSO to the tune of US$120.
Two 8 oz bottles arrived, both PLASTIC.
Yet you state:
"Note: when buying liquid DMSO, it should always be sold in a glass container."
Please advise.
Jacob lab is most likely selling them in DMSO resistant plastic, but since I can't guarantee the plastic DMSO is sold in is resistant, I said to only buy glass and only linked to glass ones.
I contacted Jacob Labs. The reply:
The bottles are safe. They are HDPE high density polyethylene. This is the same material used to package food. It is compatible with DMSO. There is no leaching. We do offer DMSO in glass bottles. They also have a food grade polyethylene cap.
Only store DMSO in a polyethylene bottle, or a glass bottle with a polyethylene cap. Never store, or transfer DMSO into a glass bottle with a PVC lined cap.
I make my dilutions and store in a glass bottle. The lid is never in contact with the solution at the bottom. And I just use a metal measuring spoon with the lid off. I see no other way to have a mixture ready.
You can purchase in glass bottles 8oz. for 29$. From Amazon
Does DMSO treat open-angle glaucoma?
Thank you!
Your comment about using the gel form of DMSO explains why everything about me smelled like garlic for over 24 hrs. I thought I had gotten the concentration wrong. Sure did help my acute wrist strain with only one treatment. what strength of the gel do you recommend. Thanks for all you do
Hi. I scanned the comments, but I couldn't find a specific DMSO administration protocol DMSO for hearing loss or tinnitus.
What application method is suggested or has proven successful? Oral ingestion? Directly into ear with dropper? Around the outside of the ear canal with a Q-tip? Or something else?
What dilution level and dosage is recommended ?
How many applications daily?
Thanks for any guidance!
It's all in last part of the article.
I have to re read all of the articles to date to make sure I didn’t miss it but can you tell me if there is any concern with implanted medical devices or wiring interacting with dmso? Is there a danger of dmso leaching metals or other materials from these implants? A friend has a few wires in the cervical spine to stimulate a brain center for tremors and also has painful degenerative disk issues that dmso could help. I’ll re read but if you have research or can point me anywhere to answer this, I’d be very grateful.
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Off Topic -
MWD - an article about a physician who cured his own migraines by practicing radical honesty.
https://www.theepochtimes.com/health/how-everyday-lies-can-make-you-sick-5719868
According to TCM, the liver is connected to the eyes. My mother suffered from AMD and my suspicions was excessive use over the years of Tylenol or rather its main component, acetaminophen, which resulted in discovery of liver cirrhosis upon her death 3 years ago. Also noteworthy, was that she was an undiagnosed diabetic. I tried the DMSO w/ 40% vitamin C eyedrops for a while but to no avail. Pondering back as to why it didn't help much was due to her comorbidities.
Fascinating.
Thoughts on gargling DMSO with water or coconut oil to relieve sore throats or throat infections?
(In addition to boosting my teeth as mouthwash)
Never tried so not sure
Thanks , ordered 2 bottles to treat foot-ankle pain. I was wondering would it also helo ED- Allan
How does one make an isotonic solution that is safe to combine with dmso (to dilute it), to put in eyes?
buy isonotic saline and mix it with DMSO
Thank you AMD. Do you think it is reasonable to trust a company like this for products to apply to eyes? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09XBSMZ4C/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AXWF9GIGDWPHH&psc=1. It feels sketchy to buy things like this on Amazon without recommendations.
Should one use liquid, or is gel ok for eyes? If mixed with the isotonic solution. Or do people simply dilute with any water? Have people reported stinging when they put in eyes?
I am trying to figure out the right product to buy. Is it something like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09XBSMZ4C/ or this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DHDDRCWW/ ?
This contains chemicals: https://www.walmart.com/ip/seort/11047681
This is an eye wash -- not okay? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075R8FTKL/
I don’t know. I haven’t found a place to buy isotonic saline either.
I ended up buying this: https://amzn.to/420e17s
Thank you for sharing. I wish I could get recommendations from Midwestern Doc or someone in healthcare industry. I don't know how to properly vet these companies. https://ufcbio.com/pages/about-us
I have purchased 99.995% DMSO and a gel with Frankincense in it as well. Both of them irritate the area around my sore knees. Is that normal. Am I using the DMSO correctly for arthritic knees?
use a lower concentration
Do you have a recommended source for the DMSO eye drops?
Make them yourself by diluting pure DMSO
I went to google and found both dmsostore and dmso.store. The prices varied, with dmso.store being a lot more and it had products made with DMSO I originally ordered from dmsostore through Amazon. Did I order the wrong DMSO?
DMSO.store is not who I've used and completely different from dmsostore.com (who I use)
Thank you
Thank you AMD for all you do! I am anxious to get started on using dmso for tinnitus- but I’m worried about it dragging chemicals from my dyed hair into my body. if the dmso doesn’t get near my hair - is that okay? and, i’ve read that you should not drink alcohol (which i like an occasional wine/beer) while using DMSO and it’s unclear if they mean Never drink alcohol or waiting some time after application. any thoughts on the issue with alcohol?
1) Yes, if you have ear drops that don't come near year hair shouldn't be an issue.
2) Don't have them close to each other.
Thanks for the article!
It almost sounds too good to be true. seems to cure almost everything glaucoma and heart disorders. I will give it a try, seems to be a bit harder to get in the UK.
In terms of long term safety, is the recommendation to take this permanently? or cycling on and off or only when needed?
yeah, that was my first reaction too when I read MWD's first article on DMSO, almost too good to be true, but at the same time I knew that MWD wouldn't write about it if it weren't true. So it was like Christmas when you were a kid and Santa brought everything you ever wanted!
My sister-in-law has Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) and has been treated for years with infusions that are not really helping. Is it possible that UVBI or DMSO could help?
First, thank you for all the good work you do to help us be our healthiest selves
I am interested in using DMSO for engaging parasympathetic nervous system, cognitive impairment, vascular issues.
I read that DMSO can not be used if one is taking Benzos and Antidepressants. Is that accurate?
Although I’ll use it anyhow.
Have you ever done an article on its use in helping taper from these poisons?
It increases the strength of benzodiazapines. I do not know how it interacts with SSRIs.
Did that for SSRIs here:
https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/p/why-are-antidepressants-so-harmful
The benzodiazapine withdrawal process is similar but not as bad. Going to write about benzodiazapines once I finish this series.
Thank you. The fact that tapering and subsequent withdrawal from Benzos can be hell for many years has been noted for years on user forums e.g. SurvivingAntidepressants, BenzoBuddies. Most users find withdrawal indistinguishable btw Benzo and AD.
Having been in withdrawal from psychotropics med for 4 years and continuing, my sympathetic nervous system has been on high alert for years.
I saw that DMSO can engage the parasympathetic nervous system.
Do you know of protocol for doing this? Thank you.
No specific one. It's just that if you take DMSO (e.g, orally) you'll often noticed improved parasympathetic function.
Dr. Bryan Ardis has just published a book that says it has the, natural - I believe, remedies for vaxx injuries. You can find a video on Britghteon, from a couple days ago, where he speaks about his book.
https://www.brighteon.com/4c31026b-fe81-42eb-92cc-a7d8ccf1a82c
Although I have used DMSO for arthritis I am a bit wary of using it in my eye(s). I was originally diagnosed with AMD but ultimately was found to have Central Serous Retinopathy. Have been seeing a retinal specialist for 2 years and he had hoped that the fluid behind my retina would gradually go away. It has seesawed between diminishinment of fluid to increase in fluid in these past 24 months.
I would like to learn more about how to use DMSO therapy for getting rid of the excess fluid behind my retina. BTW, my right eye is not affected, except for now having cataracts in both eyes at age 71.
Thank you in advance for your insights.
Since it functions as a diuretic, it has a good shot of removing the fluid (as dose AC carbamide). To my knowledge, there's no published data on this application though.
THANK YOU so much for this post! If I could ask for a clarification: I am about to use DMSO 40% for the tinnitus I've had for a couple of years. I am uncertain if the suggestion to use also MMS1 is for tinnitus, or just for ear infections?
just for ear infections.
The liquid DMSO from Jacob’s comes in a plastic bottle, not glass. But since they are the experts, I assume it is a non-reactive plastic? It is a soft, flexible plastic, not at all like a water bottle.
I would assume so but I do not know.
Jacob Lab offers DMSO in a glass bottle. Look for that specific choice on their site, it is at 70%
Jacob also sells 99.98% in 4oz glass bottles, but you have to use the link:
https://jacoblab.com/product/dmso-99-98-pure-4oz-glass
At second look, yes, the 4 oz. Bottle is glass. I’d ordered the 8 oz, which was plastic.
I just bought it from Jacob's in a glass bottle. They sell it both ways.
What is treatment protocol for asthma?
That was in the previous article about autoimmunity.
Okay, thanks. I was hoping that DMSO could be applied topically. I stopped taking Symbicort several years ago as my asthma is almost non-existent...except when I get a cold and it gets down in my lungs where it takes weeks to clear.
Would dmso adversely affect pigment dispersion syndrome?
I do not know.
I've used DMSO a few times for muscle pain in my back, but so far it hasn't done much. I'm wondering if applying CBD oil or tincture, and following it with DMSO would be safe?
Can I put dmso in an eye that has lasik? I’ve had one cataract surgery and am hoping I can avoid the other thru dmso if it can safely be used after lasik. My understanding is that it should not be applied in the eye with the false lens but perhaps I am mistaken.
The data isn't there, and I could see arguments in their direction, so I've told people if they have a false lens, not to directly apply DMSO to the eye (other routes are fine). I don't think it will cause any issues with a lasik eye but the only potential issue I could see is if it heals the eye that had lasik done on it and that causes the focusing to slightly change in that eye, but if I had to guess that won't happen.
I had my Lens blown out by radiation so I have implants. I can’t use DMSO in my eyes period, is that correct? I have macular degeneration in many of my family members and would love to use it for prevention. I do take it my mouth daily.
Thank you for sharing all of your research with us! My grandson has congenital nystagmus. Would DMSO be something that might help?
possibly. I'd also try zeta aid because that's often a vaccine injury
Thank you!
Where can I find a good source for DMSO?
Part of the article that says:
•Jacob Lab (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.98% pure.
•Nature’s Gift (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.9% pure.
•The DMSO Store (e.g., this gel or this liquid)—which is 99.995% pur
(links are included in actual article, can't put them in as a comment)
Thank you!
Thank you
Are there DMSO eye drops available? I am not clear how to dose DMSO for eyes.
The website dmso.store has a couple of eye drop solutions listed. You have to become a $1 member to see the product information which I assume appease the American and Canadian health agencies.
Thank you!
I’m going to try adding DMSO to sterile saline in a glass dropper bottle for eye drops...
MWD recommended both of these products in the first DMSO article. I ordered both from amazon. here are the links for each:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VDIEOD2
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BSYQ0XC
Thank you
"Note: typically, the most reliable results for tinnitus are found within Chinese Medicine..."
REALLY ? !! That's news to me and I research late Qing era Chinese medicine.
Any references ?
That has been our clinical experience and from patients we've referred.
There's extensive literature on the different TCM patterns that can cause tinnitus, and you have to focus on the correct one.
I am not familiar with any studies showing this in a controlled manner.
Sounds complicated. I have a whoosh in one ear. I treat it like white noise at night. Pretty much ignorable during the day. I actually hear better out of that ear. I’ve just been able to not focus on it, but I wouldn’t mind it gone.
OK, thanks.
Do you have any experience or data about using DSMO in an enema? I already and it doesn't seem to irritate (I used a small amount maybe2 0 drops/1 ml 100%) DMSO) mixed with some medicine in both, a 150 ml coffee enema and 150 ml salty water enema, both checked to have a PH between 7 and 8) and no cramps or problems whatsoever but a very strong onset of symptoms of the medicine, despite using the about the same mount of medicine in water only before. In other words, mixing the medicine in 100% DSMO first, and then adding it to the 150 ml enema, seemed to have a much stronger effect of the medicine. As this medicine is expensive, I wonder if DMSO can be used as an amplifier and therefore getting the same effect with less medicine and therefore saving money. I am very aware of the dangers of mixing medicines with DMSO, especially in an irreversible enema, and I am extremely careful and do not recommend it to anyone that doesn't have vast experiences with enemas, like I do.
I am interested in your take on this.
Thank you for this great research.
I know you wrote about Chlorine Dioxide before but an even deeper dive into it would be probably very beneficial for humanity.
Another "forgotten medicine" I am using for almost ten years now with amazing success is "coffee enemas" and if you could research and write about that, I think that would benefit many people.
I used almost daily standard coffee enema protocols for the first 18 months and the rubbish that was expelled from my liver and intestines' was mind-blowing. And I was a very fit top athlete in my age group for bicycle racing and triathlon at the time and lived a pretty clean life. But the amount of small to walnut sized stones were in the thousands over that period. And then I "discharged" a fist sized tumor looking growth. I felt I detoxed my whole body over those 18 months. Nowadays I do mostly short coffee enemas (My invention) - 150 ml - which most of the time gets fully absorbed by the body and leaves me with a wonderful calm alert buzzing energy that last for hours (Not like the hyper and nervours energy from drinking coffee) . Also great before meditating. (Arabic Sufi meditators are credit ed with discovering and cultivating coffee). Anyway, there is a medical history of coffee enema going back to WW I when soldiers reportedly were cured from mustard poisoning by coffee enema) All this demands a proper research and couldn't think of a better person than yourselves.
Until this series I only occasionally used DSMO with MMS drops but immediately started using it a lot recently and so far have great success with it:
1. Life long lower back pain (which I assume was caused by a traumatic injury to my right testicle as a child) is almost complete gone despite working as a driver which is very bad for my back. I used it topically.
2. A haemorrhoid shrank to about 20% and stopped being uncomfortable at times
3. Feels good and restoring on my face where life-long sun lotion and/or sun burns damaged my skin with spots of small benign skin cancers. (About half of the spots are gone and the skin is less irritated and flaky)
Keep up the good work - very much appreciated. (Sorry have to run so excuse the spelling errors please)
"Note: to my knowledge, every route of administration for DMSO except intrarectally has been researched."
Most likely it would highly potentiate the medication. The basic issue on my end is that I am trying very hard not to overclaim things about DMSO (e.g., 80% of my thoughts on DMSO I am not going to put into writing because I can't back them up with data and I might be wrong or it might have negative side effects).
Regarding coffee enemas and gerson therapy; I think they are useful, but I find when they are used regularly rather than once in a while or as part of a specific protocol they can cause issues for people. Since a lot of people already know about them I haven't covered them.
Similarly with chlorine dioxide, I haven't written on it because a lot of other people already have and I'm trying to prioritize topics that aren't being discussed. Even though I produce a lot, each of these articles takes a lot out of me to get done so I have to be very judicious on what I focus on as anything I chose to cover entails not covering 10 other things I want to.
LOL...it's always like that isn't it? You start down the rabbit hole and find so many side tunnels, and want to explore them all, but just don't have the time. Story of my life.
I explore them! I just can't write about most of them.
Tinnitus? Skin inflammation? Floaters in my eyes?
Skin will be later; have not gotten to that one.
Seems too good to be true! Had heard about this many years ago. The tinnitus I’ve had for well over 20+ years. Don’t remember what the sounds of silence sound like! Floaters are very annoying. Skin inflammation is a new one, allergy? Dermatitis? Don’t know. Have an allergy appt….but am so wary of the medical profession that work for health organizations. Thank you for your in-depth information.
Rashes can be a gut issue. When mine is not good, I get a rash on my stomach area. Very annoying, especially in the summer when wearing a bra.
My rash is on my face and is a new affliction this year. Just won’t clear up. Possibly a new allergy, dunno.
Gut problems can cause rashes or skin disorders in all parts of the body. Caused eczema on my hands. I was having digestive issues at the time. But the whole thing is complicated. 🤷🏼♀️
Hi Doc. I have a shoulder replacement surgery coming up and oral opioids make me deathly ill. Have you come across any studies (or anecdotes) in which DMSO was mixed with micronized pain meds?
Only topical (with diclofenac...which you can get as prescriptions now) or much older ones where it was mixed with local anesthetics.
Too many words for us overworked folks to have time to read. Breaks my heart!!
We just need guidance! How much & how taken..?? 🙏
You need to read the entire article and not just go slathering something on without knowing what you are doing. If you can’t set aside 20 minutes to read and understand the article, then you shouldn’t be using it. Take the time. The doc takes the time to research and accurately report on these things, so be respectful of his time and use a little of your time to understand from your end. No one is so busy they can’t spare 20 minutes to read it. Sit on the toilet with a locked door or go for a walk and sit in a park. Get creative.
I read for 2-3 hours every day, but I’m horrendously slow & have to re-read over & over to comprehend.. Sorry, I just asked for a summary. Btw, I’ve been following this Substack for a year or two & have long since purchased the recommended products & brands, yet there’s so many ideas & approaches, I’m just very frustrated on what exactly to do for myself.. 😔🙏
I love bullet points but I’ve just figured I’m going to read all of these. I also need “the big picture “ of a subject which helps make the connections. They do connect after awhile.
It's in this post. Scroll down...
Thank you!
OT - but I am not able to “like” a comment. I am signed in and cannot also sign out. However, I can post. Does anyone know?
With most apps, you can log out of everywhere you're logged in with one command. You might try the Substack app and see if it has that feature.
Somehow after joining MWD and monetarily subscribing for a few months now I never downloaded the app. I didn’t even know and that’s why I can’t edit or like. Tech and me are iffy at best. 🤣
I am interested in whether it is safe to apply DMSO to tattooed skin. Thanks!
Would advise against that. It will draw dyes into the body.
the Q about use of dmso with tatoos brings to mind something i have been considering: nearly all of us have been subjected to some toxicity, either recently or way in the past, examples childhood vaccines or mercury fillings, even if removed long ago. So i can't help but ponder how dmso might interact with such toxins that might be sequestered in bodily tissues.
I think so. My friend had major herxing when he started using DMSO that went away after a week and never came back.
Major tattoos, all over me, never applied directly, but if full body effect is part of its properties, then what do tattooed people do?
Maybe mix it with a drink?
Even on a tattoo that's 20+ years old?
I wouldn’t think so. It could send all the ink, metals and what not further into the body.
Esp since the whole tattoo thing is so toxic. Which begs the question - can you use DMSO at all with all that gunk injected all over the skin? Wonder if applying DMSO anywhere on the body, not just in the area of a tatoo (or taking internally), would pull the tattoo gunk into the body even moreso as the DMSO is circulating throughout. Logically, it seems people with that toxic tatoo "stuff" on them would do better to avoid it's use, esp now that so much is known about how bad it is.
I agree. My D i L is a tattoo artist (or was) and she has some tattoos. I would love to have her use dmso for her migraines that she can’t rid of, but am very leery even though no tattoos on her neck or head. She is fed up with Drs.
As are many of us. I finally fired my pain management and my arthritis docs. Between the DMSO/CBD salves and daily fruit smoothies, they do more for my pain than any of that junk they try to prescribe me. Not to mention the INSANE prices of their office visits.
Good for you! Unless I break some bones I don’t know why I would go. I can look up what or how they will treat and know that’s not for me. Most problems I have had are med side effects. Yeah prices are pretty high.
Might be better using castor oil which is super moisturising but is more about pulling things out than dragging things in. My partner's tattooist reckoned tattoos fade because the colours settle in rather than slough off. I'd say it was both, evidenced by the short life span of hand tatts and also the next time we saw Yewsittipan he was selling espresso hahaha
but i wonder also if castor oil is not a type of solvent
Well they do extract it from the beans with solvents and there ends my narcissistic headline knowledge of castor oil. For all things castor oil you need queen Barbara O'Neil. If you're asking if that would also ruin the tattoo I expect so. I see them as being like asbestos, leave them be and hopefully they won't kill you.
Be aware that the colors in tattoos sometimes come from toxic heavy metals. Some inks have cadmium, mercury, lead, antimony, beryllium, chromium, cobalt, nickel, or arsenic. In the worst case, bringing those deeper into the body could cause debilitating conditions.
Black tattoo ink might be the safest, but I can't guarantee it.
Egads!
Put drops of it directly against your ear drum while lying on your side and give it about 10-15 minutes to go in before switching to the other side. You will have to figure out the concentration you tolerate, but I would start at a low one and build up.
I am not familiar with the brand.
I'm using the same brand as that's what's available on Amazon in Australia without breaking a bank on shipping charges of other brands from US. I find the Heiltropfen effective, as since I started applying it immediately after the publication of the first article many of the conditions I tackled with it to start with, have significantly improved and some completely resolved.